Alpine Witchery

Christian Brunner (Arlington, MA) has studied shamanism for more than forty years and naturopathic methods for almost thirty. These experiences encouraged his deep fascination for the Alpine lore and traditions in his native Austria. He has authored Mountain Magic and several articles for druid order journals, such as Touchstone, Druidenstein, and Trilithon. He is also a druid in the Order of Bard, Ovates & Druids. Visit him at ChristianBrunner.com. Danu Forest is a traditional Celtic wisewoman who has studied on the Celtic path for over thirty years. She is noted for her many years of experience, her gifts as a natural hereditary seer, and her scholarly research. She lives in the wild marshes surrounding the legendary Glastonbury Tor and is the author of several books, including Celtic Tree Magic: Ogham Lore and Druid Mysteries. She holds an MA in Celtic Studies.

Contents

Foreword—xi

Introduction—1

Chapter 1: Who Were "the Witches" Anyway?—9

Chapter 2: Making the Old New—33

Chapter 3: Some Witchcraft Practice—51

Chapter 4: Healing Magic—65

Chapter 5: Weather Magic—97

Chapter 6: Livestock Magic—131

Chapter 7: Love and Jealousy Magic—159

Chapter 8: Curses and Binding Spells—181

Chapter 9: Spells for All Kinds of Situations—219

Conclusion: So Mote It Be—249

Appendix: List of Ingredients—257

Bibliography—263