Novice Witches and Apprentice Wizards: An Essential Handbook of Magic

Novice Witches and Apprentice Wizards is an exciting probe into the history of witchcraft and a directory of the tools, sacred objects, animal familiars, and classic spells associated with the craft. This book will take you through the folklore and history of each topic, all alongside beautiful illustrations. Francesca Matteoni has created a modern masterpiece thanks to her years of study and teaching on the subjects of witchcraft, religion, and magic. Her knowledge makes Novice Witches and Apprentice Wizards a must-have title for the modern witch and wizard, and those looking to further their study into the origins of witchcraft.

Francesca Matteoni is an Italian poet, writer, and historian. She has worked as a researcher in England, studying the witch trials, the magic of bodies, and medical folklore in modern times. She leads workshops on tarot readings and poetry and teaches History of Religion and Magic at a few American universities in Florence. Some of her most recent publications include the book Dal Matto al Mondo (2019) and the poetry collection Libro di Hor(2019).