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An Introduction to Magic
A Guide to Crystals, Fairies, Palmistry, Tarot, and the Zodiac
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Begin your magical practice with this beautifully illustrated introduction to crystals, the zodiac, tarot, palmistry, and fairies. Start an exploration of some of the most popular mystical topics with An Introduction to Magic! This accessible primer brings together everything you need to know to begin a...
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Begin your magical practice with this beautifully illustrated introduction to crystals, the zodiac, tarot, palmistry, and fairies.
Start an exploration of some of the most popular mystical topics with An Introduction to Magic! This accessible primer brings together everything you need to know to begin a magical practice, with chapters on crystals, astrology, tarot, palm reading, and fairies from around the world.
Learn the meaning and healing properties of the most common magic crystals; the basics of the zodiac signs; the meaning of the Major and Minor Arcana of the tarot; how to conduct a palm reading; and the stories behind popular global fairies.
Each chapter is written by a seasoned expert and features stunning illustrations tailored to the topic, to enhance your reading experience.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9780762487691
Publisher: Running Press,U.S.
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 01 August 2024
Country: United States
Imprint: Running Press Adult
Illustration: 100 full-colour illustrations
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 20.0mm
Width: 130.0mm
Height: 156.0mm
Weight: 300g
Pages: 184
About the Author
Nikki Van De Car is a blogger, mother, writer, crafter, and lover of all things mystical. She is the bestselling author of more than a dozen books on magic and crafting, including Practical Magic, Wellness Witch, The Witchy Homestead, and The Junior Witch's Handbook, and the founder of two popular knitting blogs. Nikki lives with her family in Hawaii.Mikaila Adriance is a writer and mystic based in Brooklyn, New York. Pliny T Young is a crystal scholar and author based in Los Angeles. Eugene Fletcher, known in magical realms as Nero the Witch, is a tarot reader and medium. He uses his gifts to bring charity and clarity to all those in need.
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