Hoodoo Herb and Root Magic

By Catherine Yronwode,

Book cover of Hoodoo Herb and Root Magic: A Materia Magica of African-American Conjure

Book description

This is the first book of its kind, presenting accurate botanical information about roots and herbs employed in conjure, with sample spells that will show you how to make and use your own mojo bags, spiritual baths, and incenses. 224 pages

500 herbs, roots, minerals, and rare zoological curios, 750…

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1 author picked Hoodoo Herb and Root Magic as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?

If you want to know about some of the earliest forms of magic that originated in America, this book is for you. This book focuses on folk magic, with an emphasis on Hoodoo, the magic of enslaved black people, with practices that include nature and the elements as sources of power. The text provides botanical information on magic plants, and spell recipes for healing and protection. As a plus, the book is lavishly and beautifully illustrated with extensive how-to guides on creating your own charms for good luck and fortune.

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