From the poppies of Flanders — symbols of sleep and oblivion — to the purity of the lily and the faery associations of the daisy, flowers have always been surrounded by myths, magic and mystery. This illustrated guide explores the physical and symbolic properties of the best known and loved flowers of the Western hemisphere, including the bluebell, lily, anemone, poppy, daffodil, iris, rose, and many others. Each flower is described in terms of its botanical properties, its origins, the folk-lore and history that surrounds it, and how it is used for health and well-being. All plants are inextricably linked to the science, culture, religion and economics of the world. Some are used to heal, others become symbols for worship, others a trading commodity or status symbol, Flowers can indicate political allegiance, romantic passion, sympathy and social class. They are universal symbols of ephemerability and purity, and of the natural cycles of birth, death and regeneration. Packed with a wealth of information, this is a unique guide to the myth, magic and wisdom of flowers.
The ancient art form of henna body painting was one of the best kept secrets of the Eastern world. Henna is a natural plant-based dye that produces a temporary yet striking effect when painted on the skin so you can experiment with tattoo designs and wear a different one for all those special parties! The book includes step-by-step instructions and there are plenty of hints and tips. Take the box with you and impress your friends with your tattooing ability. Box contains wallet with 2 transfers, oil, henna powder, catalyst and a 176-page book of instructions.
After the Introduction chapter which discusses the need for humankind to reconcile the spiritual and scientific elements of nature, seven other chapters explore these travellers’ journeys in North America, Latin America, Europe, Africa, the Middel East, Asia and Australasia. The Conculsions chapter draws together the major lessons of the book, and presents readers with an inspirational challenge to discover for themselves the incalcuable value of finding their own ways of appreciating natural environments through the eyes of spiritual wisdom.
Sylvia Browne has uncovered the fact that many secret societies affect the lives of each of us every day . . . whether in the areas of religion, politics, government, crime or other worldwide influences. She shares her knowledge of the conspiracies, cover-ups, long-held secrets, misinformation, and power manipulations of secret societies in both the past and present, and how they can affect us today and in the future. She tells us about secret societies that have good intentions and those that do not, and we also learn about the ones to watch, which have goals that could help or hinder us. So lock your windows and doors and read about these societies and their secrets . . . some will really raise the hair on the back of your neck!
“Talking” is a collection of activities to let the artist out in everyone:- using natural, recycled or cheap materials, here are chances to explore new ways of expressing the relationship between ourselves and the natural world. Ranging from the frivolous mayhem of “Crazy Hats” or “A Collection of Fish” or the dramatic potency of “Masks”, activities are presented with easy to follow guidelines, practical notes for teachers, parents and group leaders and handy hints for a smoother run.
Designed for use by children of all ages from infant to ancient. “Talking to the Earth” is an invaluable manual for anyone working with enviromental art — from the experienced art-worker to the cautious beginner.
For the last eight years Cope has devoted himself to travelling the length and breadth of the British Isles in a passionate quest to reclaim the ancient heritage of this land. This book started with a curiosity about the ancient sacred sites that lay scattered around his home, close to the Avebury Stone Circle. As he began to explore the rest of the country, he realised how little knowledge most people have of the wonderfully rich pagan heritage of this land. Finding out as much as he could, often searching through antiquarian journals and early travel guides, he also realised that practical directions to and information about many of our sacred ancient sites were simply not available.
This inspired Cope to start working on his own guide to ancient Britain. His travels have been tireless and intrepid, taking in the most remote places of the Isles. Many of the sites he writes about have only ever had a cursory mention in other guidebooks, and have often not been physically visited by the authors of those books. But Cope’s research has been rigorous, and the book is packed not only with practical directions, academic references, maps and photos, but also with richly evocative fieldnotes and poems written directly on-site.
The essays at the beginning of the book take an imaginative leap back to the dawn of civilisation, when our ancestors worshipped the Earth as Mother and erected great stones in her honour, and hills and rivers were seen as aspects of divinity. Cope makes new connections between places, rivers and names in a way that will inspire people into a new awareness of their land. The gazetteer section exceeds all previous guidebooks of sacred Britain in its extraordinary depth and range.
The Modern Antiquarian is more than just a book – it is a remarkable fusion of scholarship, practical advice and visionary insight, fully illustrated throughout with a wealth of beautiful images, including photographs taken by the author. Whoever picks up this book will be given a powerful sense of the treasures hidden in our British countryside and the sacred traditions of this land.
“Erudite(his references range from Pope and Blake to D.H. Lawrence and T.S.Eliot), articulate and lucid”
DAILY TELEGRAPH
“If Cope’s forthcoming book on British Prehistoric Sites has as much impact as Krautrocksampler, then expect the pathways to our most far-flung moorland monuments to be worn deep into the trenches.”
SUNDAY TIMES MAGAZINE
Julian Cope has written two previous books, Head on and Krautrocksampler. Both received extensive press coverage.
