Baker, Jim
The Cunning Man's Handbook: The Practice of English Folk Magic, 1550-1900
- ISBN 13:
- 9781905297689
- author:
- Baker, Jim
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- AVALONIA
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2014
- Pages:
- 568
- Dimensions:
- 24.6 x 18.9 x 2.9 centimeters (0
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Social Sciences, Folklore & Mythology,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
The Cunning Man's Handbook: A Comprehensive Exploration of English Folk Magic This monumental work offers a profound understanding of the practices and beliefs of Cunning Folk in Britain and America between 1550-1900. Jim Baker's in-depth exploration of the social and theological context of this period reveals the essentially Christian nature of Cunning practices, shedding light on the concept of magic and its methodologies. The book delves into the range of services offered by Cunning Folk, from divination and astrology to charms, spells, and conjurations. Baker draws on a vast array of sources to present a thorough explication of Cunning Magic, including its evolution over a 350-year span. The author also discusses the analogous practices of African-American conjure and root work, offering valuable insights into the oral fragments of Cunning practices lost to history. By examining the lives and practices of Cunning men and women, this work provides a unique glimpse into magical history, allowing readers to reclaim the practical essence of Cunning Magic.
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