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Buckland's Complete Book of Witchcraft has influenced and guided countless students, coven initiates, and solitaries around the world. One of modern Wicca's most recommended books, this comprehensive text features a step-by-step course in Witchcraft, with photographs and illustrations, rituals, beliefs, history, and lore, as well as instruction in spellwork, divination, herbalism, healing, channeling, dreamwork, sabbats, esbats, covens, and solitary practice. Buckland's Book of Saxon Witchcraft was one of the first books to explore Wicca from a solitary perspective. Originally written 30 years ago to correct abuses he saw occurring in covens, Buckland offered Wiccan seekers an introductory text on Saxon witchcraft or Seax-Wicca, which can be practiced alone.
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One of the modern Wicca's most recommended books, this comprehensive text features a step-by-step course in Witchcraft, with photographs and illustrations, rituals, beliefs, history, and lore, as well as intruction in spellwork, divination, herbalism, healing, channeling, dreamwork, sabbats, esbats, covens, and solitary practice. The workbook formats includes exam question..more
Published September 8th 2002 by Llewellyn Publications (first published 1986)
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Aug 05, 2009Scott rated it did not like it
This book is responsible for more teeny-bopper wanna-be witches than any other book, with the exception of anything written by Silver Ravenwolf. It is full of questionable history and embarrassing 'rituals' that are made up by the author himself, although he'd have you believe they are authentic. Buckland as an author is terribly full of himself and has a tendency to cite his own works as resources. Try not to take it seriously if you do read it.
Aug 27, 2012TailFeather rated it did not like it
Had this book for many years, re-read it many times. I even thought about doing some of the things he says are rituals. But I could never see how being naked, blindfolded, and my hands bound, with a man touching me with a sharp knife all over my body had anything to do with how I felt about the universe and the earth. Even though it's supposed to. I feel, like all other man-made religions, Buckland just made up his own rules and rituals. Some I feel are highly misogynistic. I find his claims on..more
Jun 09, 2011Michelle rated it liked it
'The Big Blue Book.' Where to begin? This (fortunately) was NOT the first book I read on witchcraft. I took a class at a local shop that taught out of this book though and I feel like it's a little too S&M for me.
I felt as if the whole time I was reading the book Buckland was telling me: This is exactly what witchcraft is, NO EXCEPTIONS! It was very cut and dry and his arrogance SEEPS off the page. If you're interested in traditional coven based witchcraft I suppose this book would serve yo..more
I felt as if the whole time I was reading the book Buckland was telling me: This is exactly what witchcraft is, NO EXCEPTIONS! It was very cut and dry and his arrogance SEEPS off the page. If you're interested in traditional coven based witchcraft I suppose this book would serve yo..more
Oct 01, 2015Zee rated it did not like it
This book was added to my reading list as a couple of wiccan sites I found (which I believe were written by men, which will become important as I continue).
It was touted as a “wiccan bible” and as I flicked through, I could see why.
I have never had a good relationship with Christianity, so please be aware that anything using the word bible makes me incredibly uncomfortable. I do not do Mr Buckland an honour when I agree to call his book the “wiccan bible”.
With the first cursory glance through th..more
Jun 06, 2012Jack rated it really liked itIt was touted as a “wiccan bible” and as I flicked through, I could see why.
I have never had a good relationship with Christianity, so please be aware that anything using the word bible makes me incredibly uncomfortable. I do not do Mr Buckland an honour when I agree to call his book the “wiccan bible”.
With the first cursory glance through th..more
Recommends it for: THose with an interest in the Occult, Wicca, Paganism and beginning their Book of Shadows
I'll start by saying that I am not Wiccan. I've no real interest in Wicca anymore because it's become as lopsided as Christianity, but at the opposite end.
But, 'Uncle Buckey's Big Blue Book' is designed for someone who wants a serious, orderly, introductory study into the esoteric arts of the occult (aka Wicca) and a basic understanding of many of the celto-centric, reconstructionist pagan beliefs in practice today. It is THE textbook with which to start. I have an earlier addition and I underst..more
But, 'Uncle Buckey's Big Blue Book' is designed for someone who wants a serious, orderly, introductory study into the esoteric arts of the occult (aka Wicca) and a basic understanding of many of the celto-centric, reconstructionist pagan beliefs in practice today. It is THE textbook with which to start. I have an earlier addition and I underst..more
Dec 14, 2011Rosemary Bloom rated it it was ok
I have never really been into Gardnerian Wicca or the similar traditions, as far as adopting it as my personal system, and this book really encompasses all of the reasons why.
The ritual scourging, binding and blindfolding, the ceremonial feel to things, how the author gives you a way to do things and why and why others ways are wrong 'but feel free to do whatever you like.'
The author makes it seem as though if I don't hand make my own athame, from cutting the metal to carving the handle, the too..more
The ritual scourging, binding and blindfolding, the ceremonial feel to things, how the author gives you a way to do things and why and why others ways are wrong 'but feel free to do whatever you like.'
The author makes it seem as though if I don't hand make my own athame, from cutting the metal to carving the handle, the too..more
Jan 31, 2012Jill rated it it was ok
I’m mostly done with this book.
While I understand the magic and connection by making something yourself (believe me, my passion is crafting and making things from scratch), metal working is not something I would suggest to a novice or anyone unfamiliar with crafting..more
May 12, 2010Julia C. rated it did not like it
A dear friend and mentor who meant well gave me this book about 17 years ago when I was relatively new to the pagan path. I must agree to disagree as to its value. While it has a few good spells for the beginning witch, it unfortunately also includes a 'history' of Wicca that has absolutely no grounding in historical records; creating new spiritual traditions is fine but one must be completely honest about their provenance. In addition, the attitude that one *must* be an initiated Gardnerian Wic..more
Jan 19, 2009April-lyn rated it it was ok
Has some useful/interesting information, but I was put off by his attitude and arrogance. Would recommend this to newbie pagan folks, but only to those who can take everything with a grain of salt and with well-honed BS radar.
I have read count less Wicca 101 books, yet no one should pass through their basic Wicca education without having read Raymond Buckland's classic. Originally written back in 1986 this book foresees the needs of many beginner Wiccans more adequately then what is being cranked out today. Some of his info is dated and there are more complete instructions else in other beginners books of this magnitude but I still learned a lot.
Raymond Buckland was trained and initiated in Britain by Gerald Gardner..more
Raymond Buckland was trained and initiated in Britain by Gerald Gardner..more
Feb 11, 2012Spider Goddess rated it it was amazing
This book was my first foray into magick. I picked it up in the very early 90s. It will always hold a special place in my heart as it is a very good book for the beginner.
Apr 02, 2019Edward Taylor rated it really liked it
Buckland, like Gardner and Cunningham, is considered to be one of the father's of modern Wicca and the Rede that many people follow to the tee. I find that the old ways are the best ways and if this is the place you start, then it is a good one. Clear, concise, and some of the easiest lessons to follow (his work on personal shielding is one I still use to this day) but this is also where I run into an issue with Ray's works: it's a bit too simple. A solid practitioner does not have to follow the..more
Feb 07, 2015Carrie (The Butterfly Reader) rated it liked it
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I've read quite a books on Wicca and witchcraft for research, everyone recommended this book to me. Even Goodreads said this was a book I needed to read. I think it's very informable and he does go into so much detail. It's all laid out there for anyone to pick up and follow. I enjoyed this book and learned so much. I do have a few gripes though. I know some people don't have a problem with Skyclad worship and such but I think it's totally unneeded. What y..more
I've read quite a books on Wicca and witchcraft for research, everyone recommended this book to me. Even Goodreads said this was a book I needed to read. I think it's very informable and he does go into so much detail. It's all laid out there for anyone to pick up and follow. I enjoyed this book and learned so much. I do have a few gripes though. I know some people don't have a problem with Skyclad worship and such but I think it's totally unneeded. What y..more
Jun 09, 2016Melissa Maillet rated it really liked it
A very informative look at modern witchcraft with a little bit of history included. I feel much more educated on the subject now that I have read it. A great reference book for beginners.
It would be impossible for me to properly review this book and leave out my feelings about Raymond Buckland. I found the author to be conceited, drawing on his own published texts for quotes and recommending his other works numerous times. There is no need to quote oneself. A quote should be used to either provi..more
It would be impossible for me to properly review this book and leave out my feelings about Raymond Buckland. I found the author to be conceited, drawing on his own published texts for quotes and recommending his other works numerous times. There is no need to quote oneself. A quote should be used to either provi..more
Jul 30, 2008Michaela Hutfles rated it really liked it
Refered to in my house as, 'Uncle Bucky's big blue book of Witchcraft' it is the best DIY of pagan basics. Where as the Ferrar's 'Witch's Bible complete' may give you all the litturgy and context for same, this one tells you how to make all the gear that you'll probably want to go with that litturgy & ritual practice.
His writing is clean, consice and very easy to follow. A great first step book to pick-up paired with Cunningham's 'Wicca for the Solitary Practitioner' and you get 95% of what..more
His writing is clean, consice and very easy to follow. A great first step book to pick-up paired with Cunningham's 'Wicca for the Solitary Practitioner' and you get 95% of what..more
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Apr 22, 2012Jolie Bonnette rated it really liked itRecommends it for: people who suspect they may want to become Pagan
Recommended to Jolie by: a friend who was a high priestess
This is a book I usually recommend for folks who suspect they might be a Pagan of some sort but haven't identified a particular branch of the tree they might be comfortable on. It gives some decent base information on a number of subjects related to Paganism and witchcraft and also gives a nice directory of the different 'flavors' of Paganism and witchcraft. It serves as a nice jumping off point for people who are just beginning their Pagan journey.
Nov 05, 2018Amanda rated it did not like it
I finally read this book more thoroughly than when I first flashed through its pages over a decade ago. Touching on many subjects and thoroughly explaining none, this book is a disappointment. It may have been great for its time, but now there is much better available freely on the internet. It should no longer be recommended.
Some points I'd like to comment on:
1) Witchcraft as a Religion
Many people will want to distinguish between Wicca and Witchcraft. Many people want to clarify that Witchcraft..more
Some points I'd like to comment on:
1) Witchcraft as a Religion
Many people will want to distinguish between Wicca and Witchcraft. Many people want to clarify that Witchcraft..more
I didn't find it helpful. Scanty on the 'why' of Witchcraft, but specific about the 'what,' such as altar layout, tools, numerology, and palm reading. Don't use this book on its own to teach you about the Craft. That said, there is thought provoking material in here, which is why I'm not panning it.
Jul 13, 2013Kerie rated it did not like it
My first impression was that Buckland likes to use himself as the authority he quotes. That doesn't sit well with me; rings of egoism. There are lots of little interesting details in here, and great stuff on how to make your own tools; however, the religious end of things I am NOT interested in. Wicca does not appeal to me as my own path, though there are some useful tidbits in any system that can be used/adapted for personal use. Waaaaay too much is made of nudity, ritual bondage, and anointing..more
I remember being in High School and my older friends telling me this was the 'advanced' book, once you'd gotten past the beginner stuff. It's not. While I like the workbook format, there are better authors who've done similar things. Some of the older names in the industry need to send out revised editions, and Buckland's book could benefit from that, to get rid of a number of problems it has:
1. The constant Christian-bashing. Pagan of any kind does not necessarily need to inherently mean anti-..more
1. The constant Christian-bashing. Pagan of any kind does not necessarily need to inherently mean anti-..more
Jan 18, 2014Empath Warrior rated it liked it
This is an excellent book for those new to the craft and/or want a comprehensive guide. It covers all the important aspects of the religion and helps the novice begin her/his journey. I definitely recommend this book. I do, however, agree with much of the others' reviews about Buckland's arrogance. Please understand that you use this text as a reference text, and you do not simply take his word for everything. Religion (to me) is your own personal relationship with the Divine and who can tell yo..more
Ah, 'Uncle Bucky's Big Blue Book.'
Credit where credit is due, Buckland did a lot to promote Wicca and its practitioners as normal people--who just happen to get naked in a group about eight times a year, chant, sing, dance, and give praise to the Old Gods.
While I found some of the information useful when I was starting out, even in the beginning, there were things that just had me raising my eyebrow and making WTF faces at the book. (For example, I have never, ever seen a Wiccan hug a tree, desp..more
Jul 20, 2015Riley Pascal rated it it was okCredit where credit is due, Buckland did a lot to promote Wicca and its practitioners as normal people--who just happen to get naked in a group about eight times a year, chant, sing, dance, and give praise to the Old Gods.
While I found some of the information useful when I was starting out, even in the beginning, there were things that just had me raising my eyebrow and making WTF faces at the book. (For example, I have never, ever seen a Wiccan hug a tree, desp..more
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This was my first book on witchcraft and I regret purchasing it. The author (Buckland) interchanges the terms Wicca and Witchcraft, insisting they are one in the same. His practices insist on things that make people like me uncomfortable (Insists upon practicing skyclad (nude) to a creepy level, insists on letting some random person drag a sharp knife across your naked body as part of some absurd ritual, etc)
Authors like this made it very difficult for me to start practicing witchcraft, and they..more
Authors like this made it very difficult for me to start practicing witchcraft, and they..more
Almost a 'workbook' of the witch, this book was a at times an interesting starting point for me, in that it brought up interesting questions from seemingly 'just fun' ideas. Asking you what your best Wiccan workroom would look like really seems like a fun little diversion, but it sparks you into thinking about what you find more important than other facets, for example.
Then the more in-depth rituals popped in, which made me notice how.. well, sexist a bunch of it read. And there's a whole lot..more
Then the more in-depth rituals popped in, which made me notice how.. well, sexist a bunch of it read. And there's a whole lot..more
Oct 06, 2010Eurik rated it liked it
When I first discovred this, I loved it. I was fascinated. It was the beginning and the first milestone of my pagan practise that I recognised as such consciously.
Gradually, I grew more and more sceptical, as this book and especially it's Czech translation which I originally used is full of mistakes, misconcepts, over-simplifications and stuff that is outright ludicrous. Hovewer, every now and then, I still bump into things that I would otherwise haven't heard of, had it not been for this book...more
Gradually, I grew more and more sceptical, as this book and especially it's Czech translation which I originally used is full of mistakes, misconcepts, over-simplifications and stuff that is outright ludicrous. Hovewer, every now and then, I still bump into things that I would otherwise haven't heard of, had it not been for this book...more
Oct 08, 2017Matias Selzer rated it really liked it
Despite the commentaries of other people, this is one of my favorite books about magick in general.
Leaving out all the witchy stuff about rituals, sabbats and all that, the author presents many interesting topics about different ways of witchcraft and magick.
I love the way the author writes and each chapter was enough concise, allowing me to enjoy each one of them and not getting bored.
Just to mention, some topics include meditation, dreams, divination, numerology, astrology, cord magick, candl..more
Leaving out all the witchy stuff about rituals, sabbats and all that, the author presents many interesting topics about different ways of witchcraft and magick.
I love the way the author writes and each chapter was enough concise, allowing me to enjoy each one of them and not getting bored.
Just to mention, some topics include meditation, dreams, divination, numerology, astrology, cord magick, candl..more
Aug 02, 2017Surrey Pagans rated it did not like it
This was highly recommended to me by lots and lots of people when I was but a young and naïve neophyte. This book is far more about ritual than actual spirituality (hence the title). I'm a little suspect of some of the rituals and information here; I like to see authors cite sources, but I didn't see that happening here. I don't think this is a book for everyone's (anyone's?) bookshelves. I found little explanation as to the importance to or the spiritual factors behind the rituals, which is why..more
Some interesting information, especially in the divination and herbal categories, but this book felt overwhelmingly like an ego inflaming project. All quotes meant to 'reinforce' particular lessons were the author's own, from previous writings, articles or interviews. Read very much like an egocentric endeavor, and quite closeminded. While attempts were occasionally made to seem like information was being given as 'general' felt very much as if the writer was trying to convey that his way was th..more
Feb 22, 2008David added it
This book was my introduction to Wicca. Luckily I quickly followed up with other books. Stuck with this alone, you won't be good very far or deep into the spiritual side of the religion. Looking back on it, I like so very little of it now. But it once represented a whole new world and way of thinking for me.
Today there really are a lot (read, too many) more up to date books for this to be anyone's introductory text. But I must say far too few modern books contain instructions for fitting metal m..more
Today there really are a lot (read, too many) more up to date books for this to be anyone's introductory text. But I must say far too few modern books contain instructions for fitting metal m..more
Apr 26, 2011Ben rated it did not like it · review of another edition
In my continuing trek through studying various belief systems, I wanted to familiarize myself with Wicca (the 'old' faith or however they refer to themselves). I would have been able to give this a much fairer appraisal had the 'history' actually had some historical grounding. I found myself continually banging my head against a wall at his claims. I am more looking forward to reading Cunningham's book on Wicca, since, in comparison to Buckland, he apparently leaves behind the outdated (and wild..more
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Known as 'The Father of American Wicca,' Raymond Buckland was responsible for introducing Wicca to the United States. He was the author of the first American book on the Old Religion written by a witch - WITCHCRAFT FROM THE INSIDE - and has since written nearly sixty others, including the classic BUCKLAND'S COMPLETE BOOK OF WITCHCRAFT and the three encyclopedias: THE WITCH BOOK, THE FORTUNETELLING..more