Trials of the Moon by Ben Whitmore
The 'creation myths' of modern witchcraft and Paganism were decisively toppled at the turn of this century in Ronald Hutton's celebrated book, Triumph of the Moon. But did Hutton topple more than just myths? Are some truths also hidden in the rubble? Did paganism really die out centuries ago? Was witchcraft really no more than a fantasy? Were the Gods of Wicca really born out of the Romantic movement? Did Gerald Gardner lie about his initiation into witchcraft? Ben Whitmore has retraced many of Hutton's steps, critically evaluating the evidence, and he now suggests that the truth may be quite different and even more fascinating. Drawing on a wealth of scholarly material, Whitmore demonstrates that the field of Pagan history is anything but barren ground - it is rich and fertile, and we have barely begun to cultivate it.
Ben Whitmore is an Alexandrian High Priest, Co-Freemason, Morris dancer, artist and software engineer. He lives in rural Auckland, New Zealand, with his partner and daughter.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780473174583 |
| ISBN 10 | 0473174588 |
| Title | Trials of the Moon |
| Author | Ben Whitmore |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Briar Books |
| Year published | 2010-11-10 |
| Number of pages | 112 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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