The Rebirth of Witchcraft

Robert Hale, London, 1989. First Edition. Hardcover. Near Fine/Very Good. Hardcover. 236 pages. *** PUBLISHING DETAILS: Robert Hale, London, 1989. First Edition. *** CONDITION: The book itself is in near fine condition and comes in very good dust jacket. More specifically: Edges of boards have superficial wear. Edges of dust jacket have superficial wear and minor chips and/or tears. . Dust jacket is protected in clear, plastic sleeve. Pages are clean and unmarked and in excellent condition. *** ABOUT THIS BOOK: One of witchcraft's most widely known figures, Doreen Valiente was a close friend of the late Gerald Gardner, generally regarded as the founder of modern Wicca. Initiated by him in the 1950s and for a time High Priestess of his coven, Doreen helped him rewrite his seminal Book of Shadows and establish witchcraft's international reputation. In this intriguing exposé, Doreen provides an insider’s account of the birth and evolution of the contemporary Wicca movement. She recalls her spat with Gardner that eventually split his coven, the controversy surrounding Alex Sanders, "King of the Witches," and many other witches whom she has known, including Dafo,” Robert Cochrane, Leslie Roberts, and Sybil Leek. She also describes the clairvoyant communications she received purporting to come from John Brakespeare, an 18th-century witch. *** Quantity Available: 1. Category: Magic, Paranormal & Occult; ISBN: 0709037155. ISBN/EAN: 9780709037156. Inventory No: 23070204.. 9780709037156