Publisher's Synopsis
First published in 1899, Aradia or the Gospel of the Witches is Charles Godfrey Leland's fascinating record of Italian folk magic as told to him by hereditary witches of Romagna and Tuscany. Craig Spencer's Aradia is a new translation of the original Italian text and includes a full reprint of Leland's own words as well as Craig's notes, analysis, and commentary to help you better understand the classic manuscript and the magical practices within its pages. Aradia also includes hands-on instructions for a unique magical practice designed to help you develop, expand, and enhance your current craft practices. With exercises and rituals inspired by the original manuscript, this book shares an effective approach to witchcraft that harkens back to authentic practices of an earlier era.
