The Book of Norse Magic

Charms, Incantations and Spells Harnessing the Power of Runes, Ancient Gods and Goddesses, and More

By Cerridwen Greenleaf

Step into the fascinating world of Norse mythology and magic with The Book of Norse Magic by Cerridwen Greenleaf.

Drawing on Norse mythology, runic traditions and her own knowledge of magical practice, Greenleaf explores ways that the wisdom and symbolism of the ancient Norse world can be incorporated into a modern magical practice.

From the mysterious runes and the mighty World Tree, Yggdrasil, to the gods and goddesses of Norse mythology, this beautifully illustrated guide offers an accessible introduction to Norse magic and its many traditions.

What's inside?

The book explores a range of Norse magical practices and traditions, including:

• ᚠ Runes and rune divination

• 🔮 Using runes for guidance and insight

• 🛡️ Protective spells and magical practices

• ✨ Charms and incantations

• ⚔️ Norse gods, goddesses and mythology

• 🌳 Tree magic and the sacred World Tree, Yggdrasil

• 🍃 Reading omens and signs in nature

• 🧿 Imbuing treasured objects with your own magical energy

• 🌿 Connecting with the natural world

• 💰 Magic for prosperity and money

• ❤️ Magic for love

• 🍀 Magic for luck

• 🕯️ Practices for calm and wellbeing

The book looks at the stories and symbolism surrounding major Norse deities and explores ways of calling upon their qualities for support, wisdom and inspiration.

Runes, gods and the natural world

Runes are an important part of Norse magical tradition, and Greenleaf introduces readers to their use in divination and spellwork.

The book also explores the relationship between Norse mythology and the natural world. The legend of Yggdrasil, the World Tree, provides a fascinating starting point for exploring tree magic, while observing animals, plants and other natural signs can become part of a practice of reading omens.

There are also ideas for magically charging or protecting personal objects, giving readers ways to make their practice more personal.

About Cerridwen Greenleaf

Cerridwen Greenleaf is a bestselling author, teacher and practitioner of Wiccan and magical traditions. She has worked with prominent figures in the Wiccan and spiritual communities, including Starhawk, Z Budapest and Raymond Buckland, and has led magic workshops throughout North America.

Her graduate work in medieval studies has given her a particular interest in ancient magical traditions and historical spells. She is the author of numerous books on practical witchcraft, including The Book of Kitchen Witchery, The Book of Witchy Wellbeing and The Modern Wiccan's Guide to Living.

Who is this book best for?

The Book of Norse Magic is particularly suited to:

• ᚠ Anyone interested in Norse runes

• 🔮 Beginners exploring rune divination

• ⚔️ Readers fascinated by Norse mythology

• 🌳 Anyone interested in tree and nature magic

• 🧙‍♀️ Witches exploring Norse-inspired magic

• 🛡️ Practitioners interested in protection magic

• ✨ Anyone curious about Norse gods and goddesses

• 🍃 Those interested in omens and signs in nature

• 📚 Readers wanting an accessible introduction to Norse magic

• 🎁 A great gift for someone interested in runes, Norse mythology or witchcraft

It's particularly useful alongside a rune set, making it a natural choice for someone who has started exploring runes and wants to understand their wider magical and mythological context.

Publisher & Book Details

Author: Cerridwen Greenleaf
Title: The Book of Norse Magic: Charms, Incantations and Spells Harnessing the Power of Runes, Ancient Gods and Goddesses, and More
Publisher: CICO Books
Publication date: 27 September 2022
ISBN-13: 9781800651241
ISBN-10: 1800651244
Format: Paperback with flaps
Pages: 144
Illustrations: 70 colour artworks
Dimensions: 235 × 190 mm
Weight: Approximately 492g
Language: English