A classic of practical magic that presents witchcraft as a life-affirming spiritual path--from one of the grand dames of witchcraft. Marion Weinstein was one of the founders of modern-day witchcraft. Personal Magic is her book of shadows, what they used to call a grimoire or book of spells. It presents her personal approach to witchcraft, what she learned over her many decades of practicing magic: - How to invoke the deities or spirit powers, the gods and goddesses that inhabit our world - The pagan holidays--what they mean and how to honor them - Working with moon power throughout its phases - The witch's toolkit of spells and rituals for contacting one's ancestors, seeking protection from malevolent forces, and practicing advanced manifestation - An exploration of the principles of self-realization through witchcraft 'In the old days,' she writes, 'a 'Book of Shadows' was kept for joyful reasons--to pass on the work to others. Every witch who could write had one.' During times of