Reading List

This is a very short list of those books which can be recommended to provide information about the Pagan religions. It is NOT an exhaustive list, and there are many excellent books which have not been included, for the sake of brevity.

Drawing Down The Moon
A look at the Neo-Pagan movement in the USA, but is also relevant for Australia and New Zealand, as many traditions are common to all three countries
Margot Adler, Beacon Press, 1986

Leaves of Yggdrasil
An inspired, and highly regarded book about the runes of Northern Pagan traditions.
Freya Aswynn, Llewellyn, 1990

Hedgewitch
A solitary path, based upon the seasons and natural cycle.
Rae Beth Robert, Hale Ltd, 1990

The Elements of the Druid Tradition
An introduction to the beliefs of one of Europe’s oldest Druid traditions.
Philip Carr-Gomm, Element Books, 1991

The Elements of the Aborigine Tradition
A brief overview of some of the beliefs and practices of Australia’s Aboriginal people.
James G Cowan, Element Books, 1992

The Norse Myths
A classic book, which re-tells the myths and legends of the northern Gods.
Kevin Crossley-Holland, Penguin, 1983

Wicca: The Old Religion in the New Age
Excellent introduction to the beliefs and practices of Wicca.
Vivianne Crowley, Aquarian, 1989

Wicca: A Guide For the Solitary Practitioner
Practical guide to an eclectic Wiccan tradition.
Scott Cunningham, Llewellyn, 1988

Shamanism
A scholarly examination, by a world-renowned authority.
Mircea Eliade, Arkana, 1989

The Witches' Way
Beliefs and practices of a typical English modern coven.
Janet and Stewart Farrar, Robert Hale Ltd, 1984

The Practice of Witchcraft Today
Practical guide to traditional Witchcraft.
Robin Skelton, Robert Hale Ltd, 1992

The Spiral Dance
The classic, which describes the practices and beliefs of a modern neo-Pagan Witch.
Starhawk, Harper & Row, 1979

Earthlight
A practical guide to contacting and exploring the energies of the Earth, and the Goddess.
R J Stewart, Element Books, 1992

Witchcraft for Tomorrow
A traditional Wiccan writing about her practices and beliefs.
Doreen Valiente, Robert Hale Ltd, 1983

Original Blessings: a primer in Creation Spirituality
The classic work by Matthew Fox, which explains Creation Spirituality.
Bear & Co, 1983

Choirs of the God
A collection of essays which examines the divine male, and the masculine image of Deity
John Matthews (Editor), Mandala, 1991

Practical Magic in the Northern Tradition
Practical guide to the author’s northern Pagan tradition.
Nigel Pennick, Aquarian, 1989

The Witches of Oz
Practical guide to Gardnerian/Alexandrian tradition Wicca, with detailed information about working in the southern hemisphere.
Matthew and Julia Phillips, Capall Bann, 1994 (2nd Edition)

A History of Witchcraft
A short examination of the history of witchcraft, and the origins of the revival movement.
Jeffery B Russell, Thames & Hudson, 1983

The Great Cosmic Mother: Rediscovering the religion of the Earth
An examination of the power of the Goddess, and Earth-centred spirituality.
Monica Sjoo and Barbara Mor, Harper & Row, 1987