Witchcraft Today, by Gerald B. Gardner (TPB, 2004, $2)
Back in 1954 "this book inspired a passionate revival of interest in indigenous British religion and led to the rebirth of a way of life. Encompassing an explanation of Wiccan riturals and tenets, as well as a comprehensive study of occult practices worldwide and throughout the ages..."
Said Gardner in his foreword, "I have been told by witches in England: 'Write and tell people we are not perverts. We are decent people, we only want to be left alone.'"
When I picked up this book, I figured it was on some sort of wicked witch stuff. Color me shocked when I found out it was about Wicca. Curious about Wicca? Don't know the difference between witches and Wiccans? In either case, this is the book for you. Look for it on the new non-fiction table, as of 7/5.
