On March 16 1244 over 200 Cathars were captured in their fortress stronghold of Montsegur and were burned alive by troops of the Inquisition. While some Cathar enclaves survived into the next century this was the deathblow to a religion that had been a powerful symbol of Occitain sovereignty against[...]

Most people consume an abundance of highly processed foods that acidify the body. As a result, they are afflicted with health problems ranging from minor skin irritations, chronic fatigue, back pain and depression to arthritis, ulcers and osteoporosis. To enjoy optimum health, the body needs balance[...]

In this book, the first to fully explore Egyptian sexual philosophy and practices, Egyptologist Ruth Schumann Antelme provides us with a new view of the sexual life of the ancient Egyptians. Richly illustrated throughout, Sacred Sexuality in Ancient Egypt explains the symbolism of the erotic scenes [...]

"A guide to how water can prevent and treat disease as well as rejuvenate the body and mind"--Provided by publisher.[...]

Prolific author and pioneer of the science fiction novel, Jules Verne, also, possessed hidden side that was encrypted into all his works - his active participation in the occult milieu of late nineteenth century France. Among the many esoteric secrets to be found are significant clues to the Rennes-[...]

Alejandro Jodorowsky's profound study of the Tarot, which began in the early 1950s, reveals it to be far more than a simple divination device. The Tarot is first and foremost a powerful instrument of self-knowledge and a representation of the structure of the soul.THE WAY OF TAROT shows that the ent[...]

Gemmotherapy - the medicinal use of plant buds and young shoots - harnesses the healing power of trees and shrubs at the peak of energetic activity in their annual cycle, capturing powerful nutrients, vitamins, plant hormones and enzymes. Perfect for combatting the unavoidable amount of pollutants w[...]

*Reveals the healing and magical virtues of familiar gemstones, such as amethysts, emeralds and diamonds, as well as the lore surrounding exotic stones such as astrios, a stone celebrated by ancient magicians*Examines bezoars (stones formed in animals' bodies) and magnets that attract materials othe[...]

Not merely an artistic or literary movement as many believe, the surrealists rejected the labels of artist and author bestowed upon them by outsiders, accepting instead the titles of magician, alchemist, or--in the case of Leonora Carrington and Remedios Varo--witch. Their paintings, poems, and othe[...]

The use of talismans and amulets stretches back nearly to the dawn of man, from everyday items magically prepared, such as horns or coins, to intricate and beautiful jewelry imbued with protective powers. Drawing on his private collection of medieval manuscripts as well as his privileged access to t[...]

In this extensive study of the Christian mythology that animated Europe in the Middle Ages, author Philippe Walter reveals how these stories and the holiday traditions connected with them are based on long-standing pagan rituals and myths and have very little connection to the Bible. The author expl[...]