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Product Details
Touchstone, January 2003
Trade Paperback, 160 pages
ISBN-10: 0743235347
ISBN-13: 9780743235341
Description
In this groundbreaking book that places Rootwork in its rightful spot among other magickal traditions, Tayannah Lee McQuillar offers a fun and practical guide to improving your life with the help of African American folk magick. Rootwork begins with the basics, from explanations about the magickal powers of the four elements (air, earth, fire, and water) to instructions on creating talismans, charms, and mojo bags. Also included are spells to help you:
- find your soul mate
- spice up your sex life
- get a new job
- improve your health
- discover your inner muse
Accessible and easy to use, Rootwork offers the insights of a time-honored tradition as a means of self-empowerment and spiritual growth.
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Browse Inside RootworkSallie Ann Glassman
Mambo, author of Vodou Visions, owner of The Island of Salvation Botanica in New Orleans, Louisiana.
A respectful, clear, and much-needed book that honors the creativity and resilience of African American traditions. McQuillar's discussions of the meaning of practices and ingredients underline the symbols, legacies, and worldviews encoded within the spells, and help people to empower themselves with understanding.
Ray T. Malbrough
author of Charms, Spells & Formulas and The Magical Power of the Saints
This book will quickly become a guide and reference source for all people who wish to learn this system of folk magick. Highly recommended and a must-read.
