There are so many interesting and unanswered questions about Halloween: Why do we celebrate Halloween? Why do we go trick or treating? Why do we dress up in scary costumes? Why do we get candy on Halloween? Have you ever wondered how Halloween got started? Was it invented by candy sellers? It might seem strange to you now, but the celebration of Halloween goes back hundreds of years, to a time when people's lives were deeply connected to the land, the food it produced, and the changing of the seasons. In essence, Halloween started as a celebration of the Earth's bounty, and as preparation for the coming dark days of winter. Read to see where all the modern traditions associated with Halloween came from and how they changed over the centuries to become the holiday we love and celebrate today. For Parents: It’s easy to dismiss Halloween as a ploy to sell more candy. The holiday, however, is steeped in ancient symbolism and carries a deeper meaning about the rhythm of the seasons and our eternal connection to the earth. Understanding the roots of the holiday, which began as a harvest festival, helps make it a more meaningful celebration than simply the exchange of candy. This ... [Read More]

"Lesley Bannatyne's fascinating book . . . will be widely appealing to anyone who ever wondered where witches, trick-or-treating, and jack-o-lanterns really came from. It is by far the best book on the history of Halloween available today."--Alison Guss, senior producer,"The Haunted History of Halloween," The History Channel"An excellent resource for research into the history of holidays . . . in the United States . . . Highly Recommended."--The Book Report"Deserves attention as a recommended library acquisition with years of 'life' to its information."--The Midwest Book Review"Overflows with rich and provocative details of ritual, feasts, superstition, and devilment."--North Carolina Historical ReviewHalloween has evolved from the Celtic celebrations of 2,000 years ago to become today the fastest-growing holiday in the country. This, the only book to completely cover All Hallow's Eve, from its beginnings to the present, examines the ancient origins as well as its traditions and celebrations, from costuming to bobbing for apples. Jack-o-lanterns, black cats, and witches are explained. Ghosts, ghouls, and goblins lurk behind every page.The book traces the contributions of America's ... [Read More]

Do you want to start practicing magic? Not sure where to begin? Want a collection of spells that can transform and enhance your life?The world of magic is full of immeasurable potential. There are literally thousands of spells in existence, for every purpose you could possibly imagine. In this book from best-selling author Lisa Chamberlain, you will find spells and other magical workings that, when applied with focused intention, can bring positive experiences into your life. Divided into four general categories, they are suitable for Witches of all experience levels, without calling for extravagant or hard-to-find ingredients. Each spell contains explicit instructions, but there are also opportunities to personalize the work as you see fit, using your own intuition and style. With the variety of magical opportunities for enhancing the most important areas of life, there’s something for everyone in this book!Love and RelationshipsSince time immemorial, hopeful lovers have tried spells and potions of all sorts in order to bring them their one true love. In this book you’ll find spells for attracting romantic love into your life, but also workings related to friendship and family... [Read More]

Take a step back in history with the Ladies of Sweet Town Gazette, learning the household skills and arts practiced by American women in the 1870s and 1880s just as they would have learned them.In this edition of the Gazette, Irish immigrant Bridget O'Cuinn shows us what a Halloween party in nineteenth century America would have been like. Based on real accounts from real women of the time, this book weaves historical practices with the narratives of Sweet Town. A hint of romance and a dash of pioneer superstition makes for a fascinating glimpse into the past!

Slice yourself some pumpkin pie, pull on your favorite fall sweater, and join Michaela from PennilessPagan.com in celebrating Samhain with thirteen BRAND NEW Halloween spells and rituals honoring every witch’s favorite time of year!-Enjoy 13 previously unpublished spells such as Samhain Seed Spell, Aura-Cleansing Spirit Spray, Lost Souls Lighted Garland, Paper Pumpkins, Mind’s Eye Divination Tea, and more.-Most spells can be completed in less than 20 minutes!-Includes simple ways to honor Samhain, guidance on finding your own brand of magick, herbal substitution guide, seasonal essential oil blends to imbue your home with scented magick, and much more.-Also includes simple BONUS

This book gives you an overview of the Kazakh nation - its traditions and customs. It will help you understand the Kazakh people. It is good for those, who are interested in travelling and learning about different countries, for those, who work and live in Kazakhstan, or for those, who are thinking of visiting the

Zweiundzwanzig fantastische Autoren & Autorinnen stellten ihr Können und ihre Fantasie unter Beweis. Ob Legenden, Aberglaube oder Rituale, in der Samhainnacht scheint kein Sterblicher vor dem Reich der Toten sicher. Alte Häuser werden zum Leben erweckt, Geister streifen umher, und Friedhöfe erscheinen als magische Orte. Wechselbälger, fremde Welten und das Feenreich - all diese Dinge können an Samhain, einem harmlosen Kinderfest, genannt Halloween, an Bedeutung gewinnen. Lassen Sie sich entführen, in ein Abenteuer nach dem anderen und genießen Sie die frische Erzählweise unserer