Josephine McCarthy Knihy

This second book in a series of three, guides and advises, informs and introduces the serious magician to rarely discussed areas of visionary and ritual magic. The information presented in this book flows from the deep roots of true magic, and as such can be applied to any particular path or magical method; the reader is introduced to the structure and inner contacts behind the various schools of magic that exist today. Magic can only truly blossom if the boundaries are challenged, and to do that, the magician needs to understand the dynamics of power and the inner worlds. This book aims to guide the magican along that path.

"Magical knowledge book I is the first in a series of three that takes the reader through the bends and twists of serious magical study. This book tackles some of the more pressing issues surrounding the early quest for knowledge from the world of magic, along with techniques, exercises and warnings for those ready to dip their toe in the scalding hot water of power. Using her usual no nonsense down to earth approach, McCarthy outlines in depth some of the rarely tackled issues and problems that face a serious modern magician, offering advice and reflections based on 30 years of practical work. The book follows no specific magical path; rather it takes the reader to the layers of consciousness beneath such paths and shows us the various techniques, powers and dynamics that underpin most Western mystery schools and lodges. The reader is shown how ritual actually works, what an inner contact actually is, how to make visions work, how to turn an object into a magically charged implement, how to read Tarot, how to clean and protect yourself, and most importantly of all, how to spot the bullshit"--Back cover

This book offers a unique exploration of the magic intertwined with the land, the body, and the spirits of the living and the dead. Authored by a leading expert in environmental magic, it presents occultists, pagans, and witches with powerful, natural methods to connect with nature. Moving beyond traditional ritualistic practices, it emphasizes the inherent powers surrounding us—such as the winds, land energy, and the voices of the deceased—while advocating for fellowship with nature. Readers will discover practical insights on engaging with land spirits and faery beings, creating nature shrines, and living in harmony with magical elements. The text also delves into deeper aspects of nature magic, exploring themes of creation, destruction, and the interplay of power and fate, including how to work with storms. The author, Josephine McCarthy, is a seasoned Western magical adept based in Southwest England, with extensive teaching experience in the USA and UK. Her work focuses on the magician's relationship with the environment, and she has researched New Kingdom Egyptian funerary texts to understand their deities as natural forces. Additionally, she created Quareia, an open-source online training course aimed at fostering a more cooperative relationship between Western magic and nature.