The southern Appalachians are rich in folk magic and witchery. This book explores the region s customs and traditions for magical healing, luck, prosperity, and more. Author H. Byron Ballard known as the village witch of Asheville, North Carolina teaches you about the old ways and why they work, from dowsing to communicating with spirits. Learn the deeper meaning of magic hands for finding, haint blue doors, and herbs and plants for healing. Discover hands-on tips for creating tinctures and salves, attuning to the phases of the moon, interpreting omens, and other folkways passed down through generations of those who call the Blue Ridge Mountains home. Part cultural journey and part magical guide, this book uncovers the authentic traditions of one of North America s most spiritually vibrant regions.

About the Author
H. BYRON BALLARD (Asheville, NC) is a teacher, folklorist, and writer who was born and raised in western North Carolina. She has served as a featured presenter at Sacred Space Conference, Southeast Wise Women s Herbal Conference, and Glastonbury Goddess Conference and has spoken at conferences at Harvard and the University of North Carolina. Ballard is senior priestess and cofounder of Mother Grove Goddess Temple and the Coalition of Earth Religions/CERES. She writes a regular column for SageWoman Magazine and is the author of four previous books, including Staubs and Ditchwater. www.MyVillageWitch.com


Book Information
ISBN 9780738764535
Author H. Byron Ballard Ballard
Format Paperback
Page Count 240
Imprint Llewellyn Publications,U.S.
Publisher Llewellyn Publications,U.S.