Author: George Frederick Kunz
Publisher: DigiCat
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 351
Book Description
This book is about the folklore surrounding many aspects of jewelry. The author says that in it will be found "an interesting galaxy of anecdote, research, and information upon a fascinating subject." The book is divided into ten chapters each dealing with a particular type of gem, or, its supposed powers and so on.
Charms Against Lightning
Author: James Arthur
Publisher: Copper Canyon Press
ISBN: 1556593872
Category : Literary Collections
Languages : en
Pages : 76
Book Description
"That feeling of becoming a new person in a different place, even if it's an illusion, is intoxicating to me, and always has been. I love writing about places, but only places where I don't belong."--James Arthur Awakening is the theme of this fiery debut about the "ghost world" of shadows and personae. A sense of history, politics, and place is an integrated and integral part of the whole, alive with stirring accounts of travel, intimate moments of solitude, and encounters with the ineffable. Romantic in spirit and contemporary in outlook, James Arthur writes exciting, rhythmical, elastic poems. "Charms against Lightning" Against meningitis and poisoned milk, flash floods and heartwreck, against daydreams Against losing your fingers, drinking detergent, earthquakes, baldness, divorce, against falling in love with a child Against lupus and lawsuits, lying stranded between nations, against secrets and frostbite, the burring of trains that never arrive Against songlessness, your mother's depression, the death of the cedars, Siberian crane Against these talismans against lightning; the shutters swing, and clack their yellow teeth; the deep sky welters and the windows quiver James Arthur's poems have appeared in The New Yorker, The New Republic, Poetry, and Narrative. Born in New Haven, Connecticut, and raised in Toronto, Ontario, he earned degrees from the University of Toronto, the University of New Brunswick, and the University of Washington. He is a recent recipient of the Hodder Fellowship from Princeton University and lives in Princeton, New Jersey.
Publisher: Copper Canyon Press
ISBN: 1556593872
Category : Literary Collections
Languages : en
Pages : 76
Book Description
"That feeling of becoming a new person in a different place, even if it's an illusion, is intoxicating to me, and always has been. I love writing about places, but only places where I don't belong."--James Arthur Awakening is the theme of this fiery debut about the "ghost world" of shadows and personae. A sense of history, politics, and place is an integrated and integral part of the whole, alive with stirring accounts of travel, intimate moments of solitude, and encounters with the ineffable. Romantic in spirit and contemporary in outlook, James Arthur writes exciting, rhythmical, elastic poems. "Charms against Lightning" Against meningitis and poisoned milk, flash floods and heartwreck, against daydreams Against losing your fingers, drinking detergent, earthquakes, baldness, divorce, against falling in love with a child Against lupus and lawsuits, lying stranded between nations, against secrets and frostbite, the burring of trains that never arrive Against songlessness, your mother's depression, the death of the cedars, Siberian crane Against these talismans against lightning; the shutters swing, and clack their yellow teeth; the deep sky welters and the windows quiver James Arthur's poems have appeared in The New Yorker, The New Republic, Poetry, and Narrative. Born in New Haven, Connecticut, and raised in Toronto, Ontario, he earned degrees from the University of Toronto, the University of New Brunswick, and the University of Washington. He is a recent recipient of the Hodder Fellowship from Princeton University and lives in Princeton, New Jersey.
The Lightning Bolt: Chain of Charms 5
Author: Kate Forsyth
Publisher: Pan Australia
ISBN: 1742625401
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 233
Book Description
The final three paperbacks of the award-winning six-book series by Kate Forsyth. Life is always hard for the gypsies, who live to their own rhythm and their own rules, but since Oliver Cromwell had seized control of England, life had been harder - and drabber - than ever. But now life for the Finch tribe has gone even more horribly wrong. They have been accused of vagrancy and murder, and thrown into gaol with only three weeks to live. The only members of the family to escape are 13-year-old Emilia and her cousin Luka. They have been entrusted to find the six charms and bring them together again. Then, perhaps, the gypsies could once again have some luck... and the Finch tribe could walk free. What Emilia and Luka do not realise is that there is a price to be paid for each lucky charm, and that the cost may prove too high... 27th August 1685: Sussex was the first county secured by the Roundheads because of its iron foundries. Here in the Weald, the Smith tribe are working for Parliament, making cannons and weaponry. They have prospered under Cromwell's rule, and have no interest in old gypsy charms. And it is here where Luka and Emilia must find the fifth charm, a finely-wrought lightning bolt, and amidst the smoke and noise of the Horsmonden foundry, the gypsy children run into old friends... and old enemies. Winner of Aurealis Awards' Best Children's Long Fiction 2007
Publisher: Pan Australia
ISBN: 1742625401
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 233
Book Description
The final three paperbacks of the award-winning six-book series by Kate Forsyth. Life is always hard for the gypsies, who live to their own rhythm and their own rules, but since Oliver Cromwell had seized control of England, life had been harder - and drabber - than ever. But now life for the Finch tribe has gone even more horribly wrong. They have been accused of vagrancy and murder, and thrown into gaol with only three weeks to live. The only members of the family to escape are 13-year-old Emilia and her cousin Luka. They have been entrusted to find the six charms and bring them together again. Then, perhaps, the gypsies could once again have some luck... and the Finch tribe could walk free. What Emilia and Luka do not realise is that there is a price to be paid for each lucky charm, and that the cost may prove too high... 27th August 1685: Sussex was the first county secured by the Roundheads because of its iron foundries. Here in the Weald, the Smith tribe are working for Parliament, making cannons and weaponry. They have prospered under Cromwell's rule, and have no interest in old gypsy charms. And it is here where Luka and Emilia must find the fifth charm, a finely-wrought lightning bolt, and amidst the smoke and noise of the Horsmonden foundry, the gypsy children run into old friends... and old enemies. Winner of Aurealis Awards' Best Children's Long Fiction 2007
Magic Charms from A to Z.
Author: Witches' Almanac
Publisher: The Witches' Almanac, Ltd.
ISBN: 9781881098126
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 104
Book Description
A dictionary of amulets, talismans, and charms compiled by the staff of The Witches' Almanac is a richly illustrated reference guide highlighting all the jewels, herbs, and devices that have acquired special significance from earliest time to the present.
Publisher: The Witches' Almanac, Ltd.
ISBN: 9781881098126
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 104
Book Description
A dictionary of amulets, talismans, and charms compiled by the staff of The Witches' Almanac is a richly illustrated reference guide highlighting all the jewels, herbs, and devices that have acquired special significance from earliest time to the present.
The magic of jewels and charms
Author: George Frederick Kunz
Publisher: DigiCat
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 351
Book Description
This book is about the folklore surrounding many aspects of jewelry. The author says that in it will be found "an interesting galaxy of anecdote, research, and information upon a fascinating subject." The book is divided into ten chapters each dealing with a particular type of gem, or, its supposed powers and so on.
Publisher: DigiCat
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 351
Book Description
This book is about the folklore surrounding many aspects of jewelry. The author says that in it will be found "an interesting galaxy of anecdote, research, and information upon a fascinating subject." The book is divided into ten chapters each dealing with a particular type of gem, or, its supposed powers and so on.
The Suicide's Son
Author: James Arthur
Publisher: Signal Editions
ISBN: 9781550655223
Category : Poetry
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
"Complicated histories that parents pass on to their children."--
Publisher: Signal Editions
ISBN: 9781550655223
Category : Poetry
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
"Complicated histories that parents pass on to their children."--
Spells & Charms
Author: Pamela Ball
Publisher: Arcturus Publishing
ISBN: 1398810479
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
Languages : en
Pages : 262
Book Description
Become a competent, confident spell-worker with this practical guide to witchcraft. Containing an extensive collection of traditional spells and techniques, this book will help readers attract positive friendships, love and luck as well as promote healing, careers and protection. The Book of Spells is an essential reference for anyone wishing to master the incredible art of magic and spell-making. The book includes: • A section on tools used as well as information on how to consecrate them • Correspondences for different spells • A section on deities and archangels
Publisher: Arcturus Publishing
ISBN: 1398810479
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
Languages : en
Pages : 262
Book Description
Become a competent, confident spell-worker with this practical guide to witchcraft. Containing an extensive collection of traditional spells and techniques, this book will help readers attract positive friendships, love and luck as well as promote healing, careers and protection. The Book of Spells is an essential reference for anyone wishing to master the incredible art of magic and spell-making. The book includes: • A section on tools used as well as information on how to consecrate them • Correspondences for different spells • A section on deities and archangels
Bulletin
Author: United States National Museum
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 826
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 826
Book Description
Bulletin
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 698
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 698
Book Description
Charms, Amulets, Talismans and Spells
Author: Marian Green
Publisher: eBook Partnership
ISBN: 1912706121
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
Languages : en
Pages : 64
Book Description
What is the difference between an amulet and a charm? When would be the right time to make a talisman? And, if you absolutely had to, how would you cast a spell? In this unique little book, scholar Marian Green unravels the complex web of associations and correspondences which form the backbone of the Western magical arts. Packed with rare illustrations and useful tables, there is no better volume for the modern travelling magician. "e;Fascinating"e; FINANCIAL TIMES. "e;Beautiful"e; LONDON REVIEW OF BOOKS. "e;Rich and Artful"e; THE LANCET. "e;Genuinely mind-expanding"e; FORTEAN TIMES. "e;Excellent"e; NEW SCIENTIST. "e;Stunning"e; NEW YORK TIMES. Small books, big ideas.
Publisher: eBook Partnership
ISBN: 1912706121
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
Languages : en
Pages : 64
Book Description
What is the difference between an amulet and a charm? When would be the right time to make a talisman? And, if you absolutely had to, how would you cast a spell? In this unique little book, scholar Marian Green unravels the complex web of associations and correspondences which form the backbone of the Western magical arts. Packed with rare illustrations and useful tables, there is no better volume for the modern travelling magician. "e;Fascinating"e; FINANCIAL TIMES. "e;Beautiful"e; LONDON REVIEW OF BOOKS. "e;Rich and Artful"e; THE LANCET. "e;Genuinely mind-expanding"e; FORTEAN TIMES. "e;Excellent"e; NEW SCIENTIST. "e;Stunning"e; NEW YORK TIMES. Small books, big ideas.
Sacred Books of the East
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 812
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 812
Book Description