Description
Discover the enchanting world of seasonal celebrations with this beautifully illustrated collection by bestselling author Nikki Van De Car. This inspiring book, published by Perseus in 2023, offers an in-depth look at 40 unique rituals from diverse cultures, all rooted in our profound connection to nature. From Bulgaria's Baba Marta Day to Southeast Asia's vibrant Holi festival, each celebration is detailed with historical context and cultural significance. This collection not only preserves the rich tapestry of global traditions but also provides practical suggestions to incorporate these rituals into your own spiritual practice. Explore the magic of the Winter Solstice with Yalda and Dong Zhi, and embrace the warmth of Soyal and St. Lucia's Day. Each page invites you to celebrate life and honor the beauty of nature, illustrating how these varied traditions connect us all. This brand new book serves as a perfect guide for anyone interested in celebrating the changing seasons through rituals that have amazed humanity for generations. With gorgeous imagery and insightful narratives, it's more than just a book—it's a true celebration of the human spirit and its relationship with the magical world around us. Start your journey through these 40 heartfelt rituals today and find your place in this global tapestry of celebration. Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. ISBN: 9780762481422.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780762481422
Year: 2023
Publisher: Perseus
Description:
From the bestselling author of Practical Magic comes an inspiring, illustrated collection of magical celebrations of nature from around the world-with rituals for incorporating them into your own practice.
Nature is what gives us life-it is the source of all magic and power in the world. That is something that humans have understood since the beginning of time, and it is a constant among cultures around the world. However, the ways in which we celebrate it can vary wildly. Bulgarian Baba Marta Day welcomes the arrival of Spring with Martenitsas, little talismans of red and white string, while in Southeast Asia, that same yearly event is celebrated during Holi, a joyful, riotous dance of colors. Yalda, Soyal, Saturnalia, Dong Zhi, and St.Lucia's Day (from Iran, Arizona, Ancient Rome, China, and Scandinavia) are all very different-but they all honor the Winter Solstice.
Each of these celebrations is a ritual, a form of magic created by community and tradition. And while their differences can help us understand their various cultural identities, their similarities can create a bond that reaches across space and time. In this beautifully illustrated book from bestselling magical author Nikki Van De Car readers will learn the history and meaning behind 40 of these ritual celebrations, organized by season. Each ritual will include suggestions for participating in and appreciating these storied rituals, while honoring their origins and the cultures from which they come.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780762481422
Year: 2023
Publisher: Perseus
Description:
From the bestselling author of Practical Magic comes an inspiring, illustrated collection of magical celebrations of nature from around the world-with rituals for incorporating them into your own practice.
Nature is what gives us life-it is the source of all magic and power in the world. That is something that humans have understood since the beginning of time, and it is a constant among cultures around the world. However, the ways in which we celebrate it can vary wildly. Bulgarian Baba Marta Day welcomes the arrival of Spring with Martenitsas, little talismans of red and white string, while in Southeast Asia, that same yearly event is celebrated during Holi, a joyful, riotous dance of colors. Yalda, Soyal, Saturnalia, Dong Zhi, and St.Lucia's Day (from Iran, Arizona, Ancient Rome, China, and Scandinavia) are all very different-but they all honor the Winter Solstice.
Each of these celebrations is a ritual, a form of magic created by community and tradition. And while their differences can help us understand their various cultural identities, their similarities can create a bond that reaches across space and time. In this beautifully illustrated book from bestselling magical author Nikki Van De Car readers will learn the history and meaning behind 40 of these ritual celebrations, organized by season. Each ritual will include suggestions for participating in and appreciating these storied rituals, while honoring their origins and the cultures from which they come.