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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Aug 13, 2004
Pros: Tackles a tough topic and tears away at some of the Mythos of Wicca's origins
Cons: Some of the research is questioned (use your own judgment), book also uses small type
Summary: There are very few books that delve into the origins of our modern Neo-Witchcraft movement the way that Mr. Hutton has. This is technically a history book, going into great detail to discuss the history and origins of the only religion to be truly ... read more
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Rated a Somewhat Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Apr 28, 2001
Pros: Well written and honest! Good historical references.
Cons: Tiny print, and many pagans will not accept the sociological findings.
Summary: As a practicing Wiccan (and an older one:)), I appreciate the accuracy in historical and archeological references. Too many people get into Wicca or Paganism with the wrong idea. Just as we were being persecuted, so were the the Jews, Muslims, etc. It is ... read more
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Rated a Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Oct 29, 2000
Pros: solid research creditability
Cons: too "academic" at times
Summary: This book has made me rethink everything I have ever taken as “fact” regarding to Witchcraft. Published in 1999 by the Oxford University Press, this work is clearly held to very high academic standards. The book is divided into two sections, Macrocosm ... read more
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Rated a Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Oct 27, 2000
Pros: smart, well researched, fun read
Cons: x
Summary: This is a wonderful academic take on the history of modern Witchcraft. Possibly the most wonderful thing about it is how very readable it is. I picked this book up on the recommendation of over a dozen other pagan priests and priestesses, but I was ... read more
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