I absolutely love it and I think I will need to purchase my own copy one day. Goodreads Members Suggest: 32 ‘Vacation’ Reads. This book reminded me how much of my power I owe to the mountains I came from. I love to paint with watercolor and junk journal. My family is Scottish and Irish, so even though I'm not from Appalachia it was still interesting to learn the possible origins of some family traditions. Change ), You are commenting using your Google account. ( Log Out / I absolutely love it and I think I will need to purchase my own copy one day. "A folksy stew of family stories, lore, omens, rituals, and conjure crafts learned from the author's great-grandmother, his grandmother and his grandfather." --page 4 of cover. Currently, my interests include Tarot and Astrology. It has re-invigorated my connection to my homeland of Appalachia and strengthened my personal practice, as well as tools that I'll use to help people. I am currently studying Norse Mythology and Norse Paganism. There's something about this book that makes it feel so personal to the point that I almost don't want to recommend it, especially not to folks who don't have a connection to these mountains. Refresh and try again. Mad respect. In Backwoods Witchcraft, Jake Richards offers up a folksy stew of family stories, lore, omens, rituals, and conjure crafts that he learned from his great-grandmother, his grandmother, and his grandfather, a Baptist minister who Jake remembers could "rid someone of a fever with an egg or stop up the blood in a wound." For a book on Conjure, it worked and was pretty alright, but it would have benefited greatly from one more read-through before publishing. Some will find this uncomfortable or they may not like it but I enjoyed how Jake kept things real and didn’t try and shake the Christian out of his witchcraft.My favorite part of this book was the beginning when you really are Jake’s passion for his home and culture and the last third of the book where he shares about divination, signs, and herbal meanings. Please, feel free to reach out with any questions or interests in book reviews you may have. I skimmed through the detailed recipes for folk healing/superstitions, but indulged in the poetic descriptions of mountain nature and folktales. I love the premise of the book however I do have some issues with it. In Backwoods Witchcraft: Conjure & Folk Magic from Appalachia, Jake Richards shares his memories of growing up with Appalachian folk magic practices as they were passed on to him through generations within his family. As I get older, I appreciate living a quiet life where I spend most of my time at home but I try and get out each weekend to spend time with my friends and family. This is a show about magic, specifically the magic practiced in North America. It has re-invigorated my connection to my homeland of Appalachia and strengthened my personal practice, as well as tools that I'll use to help people. Just have to have an open mind. I saw a few typos. Join hosts Cory & Laine as they discuss and explore American traditional witchcraft. I was born in West Virginia, much like the many many generations before me. The stories and charms included in this book are simple, but effective. In Backwoods Witchcraft, Jake Richards offers up a folksy stew of family stories, lore, omens, rituals, and conjure crafts that he learned from his great-grandmother, his grandmother, and his grandfather, a Baptist minister who Jake remembers could "rid someone of a fever with an egg or stop up the blood in a wound." That said, this seems very directed toward an. As someone from an Appalachian Plateau (although my hills are not nearly as dramatic as the author's), the talk about the mountains and woods feels like home to me. June 1st 2019 Picked this one up as research for my WIP series, and definitely found many interesting tidbits. The author notes that practices vary not only state-by-state, but also in a specific valley or mountain. It’s a good book to look at the culture but as a reference type book which the description implies it is, is false. First the book talks about how witches and witchcraft was seen as devil magic and different from folk magic. People call me Mar. I cannot say enough Goodness about this book. recognized Tribe) that there are aspects of culture that are not necessarily meant for everyone. It seems Richards was very thoughtful in choosing what to share and how to present it in this, and the personal epilogue. Episode 174 – Backwoods Witchcraft with Jake Richards Summary: We talk with author and conjure worker Jake Richards about folk magic in the Southern Highlands, the many magical-cultural influences found throughout the mountains, and what people get right and wrong about Appalachia. I am an avid reader and life long learner. I loved reading about the culture and belief systems of the Eastern Tennessee Appalachian Mountains. One line of my family is from Watauga NC (I’m not), so I started looking into Appalachia. If you want to learn about the magickal history of Appalachia and some interesting personal tales along the way - take a gander in here. recognized Tribe) that there are aspects of culture that are not necessarily meant for everyone. Episode 174 – Backwoods Witchcraft with Jake Richards Episode 174 – Backwoods Witchcraft with Jake Richards Summary: We talk with author and conjure worker Jake Richards about folk magic in the Southern Highlands, the many magical-cultural influences found throughout the mountains, and what people get right and wrong about Appalachia. --page 4 of cover. Other interests include Celtic, Greek, and Kemetic Mythology, candle magic, incense making, oil blending, and attempting to keep alive a small succulent garden. Jake takes us inside what it means to not only practice the craft in Appalachia but also what it means to have roots in and grow up in this area. I appreciated that Richards tried to explain the rationale for practices and beliefs wherever possible. They aren't to be trifled with and they aren't to be mocked. In Backwoods Witchcraft, Jake Richards offers up a folksy stew of family stories, lore, omens, rituals, and conjure crafts that he learned from his great-grandmother, his grandmother, and his grandfather, a Baptist minister who Jake remembers could “rid someone of a fever with an egg or stop up the blood in a wound.” The witchcraft practiced in Appalachia is very much a folk magic of place, a … I was so excited when I got this book from the library. We’d love your help. Change ), You are commenting using your Facebook account. In Backwoods Witchcraft, Jake Richards offers up a folksy stew of family stories, lore, omens, rituals, and conjure crafts that he learned from his great-grandmother, his grandmother, and his grandfather, a Baptist minister who Jake remembers could "rid someone of a fever with an egg or stop up the blood in a wound." I was hoping for more story to flesh out the christian ‘magic’ of my ancestors. I know bodily fluids are a powerful substance and my practice just isn’t ready for that kind of commitment! It seems Richards was very thoughtful in choosing what to share and how to present it in this, and the personal epilogue was very relatable. This is, I think, one of the better books on a form of folk magic, or hoodoo, specifically from the US southern Appalachia region. The Backwoods Witch: A Short Story eBook: Clark D. Goble: Amazon.ca: Kindle Store. That said, it does read in parts like a reference work and gets a little tedious for just reading straight through - this is a better book for skipping around and reading the parts that interest you. A very interesting look at a certain type of folklore which comes from a mix of cultures and religions. The stories and charms included in this book are simple, but effective. Backwoods Witchcraft Conjure & Folk Magic From Appalachia (Book) : Richards, Jake : "A folksy stew of family stories, lore, omens, rituals, and conjure crafts learned from the author's great-grandmother, his grandmother and his grandfather." I really liked this book. I skimmed through the detailed recipes for folk healing/superstitions, but indulged in the poetic descriptions of mountain nature and folktales. I love board games and can get very competitive, Capricorn here! In Backwoods Witchcraft, Jake Richards offers up a folksy stew of family stories, lore, omens, rituals, and conjure crafts that he learned from his great-grandmother, his grandmother, and his grandfather, a Baptist minister who Jake remembers could "rid someone of a fever with an egg or stop up the blood in a wound." His introductions to each chapter are poetic and magical. I find ideas much more powerful when I understand the why behind them. I am on a spiritual journey to find myself and my deepest, most true beliefs. Award-winning author Ellen Dugan offers many fresh ideas on building your own personal style of witchery, so you can happily conjure seven days … Excellent collection of Appalachian practices, many of which reminded me of stories my grandmother told me, or practices in my family. Directed by Talun Hsu. Read this book just for the beautiful sense of peace and place it gives. Episode 174 – Backwoods Witchcraft with Jake Richards Summary: We talk with author and conjure worker Jake Richards about folk magic in the Southern Highlands, the many magical-cultural influences found throughout the mountains, and what people get right and wrong about Appalachia. Three unexpected helpful things, not usually found in these kinds of books: The author has a fun, animated style, particularly in the introductory parts ... if you like a Southern gothic aesthetic or would like some seasonal early fall reading, this is a nice book for it. Backwoods Witchcraft is drenched in nostalgia for Appalachian magic. Backwoods Witchcraft: Conjure Folk Magic from Appalachia. 3.5/5. Goodreads helps you keep track of books you want to read. I was so excited when I got this book from the library. In Backwoods Witchcraft, Jake Richards offers up a folksy stew of family stories, lore, omens, rituals, and conjure crafts that he learned from his great-grandmother, his grandmother, and his grandfather, a Baptist minister who Jake remembers could "rid someone of a fever with an egg or stop up the blood in a wound." Interesting though if you have Appalachian roots or are descended from a southern granny and find yourself trying to explain some of the oddball things you grew up with. You’ll learn about spells, potions, recipes, remedies, spirits, haints, and techniques and methods of harnessing the power of folk magic. Backwoods Witchcraft: Appalachian Folk Magic June 11, 2019 by Guest Contributor Appalachian folk magic came about because it gave these people a … Let’s start with the good! In his book, Backwoods Witchcraft, Appalachian native Jake Richards bares all, delivering the customs that have been passed down through generations of mountaineers within his … Jake Richards has a knack for storytelling, and paints a vivid picture of his Appalachian homeland as he tells of traditions, ancestral stories, superstitions, and the folklore of the region. I may never do half the spells in this book but the stories and the feeling of the book were so enjoyable. The book counts as one of the best I've ever seen for the quality of the bibliography alone, but I also thought it was well-written and full of historical and cultural tidbits and rabbit holes I could follow. One that's taken me from basic Bible stories about Jesus to a very confusion New Age practice in my early teens, to paganism and witchcraft in my late teens, to conservative Christianity after a major heart break, and back to my metaphysical, earth-centered faith of my youth but with more clarity, understanding, and respect. There are no discussion topics on this book yet. As this strange summer of staying put winds down, one thing remains truer than ever: Books offer us endless adventure and new horizons to... To see what your friends thought of this book, Backwoods Witchcraft: Conjure Folk Magic from Appalachia, I came to this through doing ancestry research. It's been a winding path for sure. I love the premise of the book however I do have some issues with it. Jake openly shares his family’s witchy secrets which are tied up in the Christian faith which is very strong in Appalachia. I've been on this Fools Journey for as long as I can remember, trying to seek Spirit and find Authentic Connection. Book review: Backwoods Witch Craft by Jake Richards. I believe in honoring each person as they are and walking along side others no matter their path. However I applaud the folk practitioners of Appalachia for using what they had and not shying away from it! Having family from VA and TN and being raised in NC, there is a lot of this that reminds me of the traditions and superstitions that have been passed down. The style is authentic, down to earth and utterly captivating. While I do not resonate with a majority of the practices in this work for my own practice; I strongly appreciate and respect the generations of love poured into this book. Read this book just for the beautiful sense of peace and place it gives. Heartfelt and excellently penned. ( Log Out / In Backwoods Witchcraft, Jake Richards offers up a folksy stew of family stories, lore, omens, rituals, and conjure crafts that he learned from his great-grandmother, his grandmother, and his grandfather, a Baptist minister who Jake remembers could "rid someone of a fever with an egg or stop up the blood in a wound." I’m grateful to Richards for sharing what he’s shared, as I’m well aware (as an Indian-- an enrolled member of a fed. While there are similarities among all types of this magical form, there are certainly specific practices tied to a particular region, and this is very true in Appalachia. If you want to learn about the magickal history of Appalac. His introductions to each chapter are poetic and magical. A good amount of Tsalagi appropriation and what seems to be either misinfo or poorly-cited obscure practises. In Backwoods Witchcraft , Jake Richards offers up a folksy stew of family stories, lore, omens, rituals, and conjure crafts that he learned from his great-grandmother, his grandmother, and his grandfather, a Baptist minister who Jake remembers could "rid someone of a fever with an egg or stop up the blood in a wound." Jake Richards weaves memories and experiences growing up in the Appalachian folk-magick tradition, in his book, Backwoods Witchcraft: Conjure & Folk Magic from Appalachia, and it's definitely one of the best books on the subject that I've read. BookItch Book Review, Pagan, Witchcraft February 3, 2020 February 3, 2020 1 Minute. It was an okay read but it was mainly a disappointment and I wouldn’t recommend it. BOOK OF WITCHERY Description: Kick-start your magickal creativity and incorporate the Craft into your everyday life. This book reminded. He writes in a memoir style that just captivated me. In Backwoods Witchcraft, Jake Richards offers up a folksy stew of family stories, lore, omens, rituals, and conjure crafts that he learned from his great-grandmother, his grandmother, and his grandfather, a Baptist minister who Jake remembers could "rid someone of a fever with an egg or stop up the blood in a wound." I came to this through doing ancestry research. Be the first to ask a question about Backwoods Witchcraft. But this book wasnt so much a witch book as it was telling how our ancestors did things back then. by Weiser Books. In Backwoods Witchcraft, Jake Richards offers up a folksy stew of family stories, lore, omens, rituals, and conjure crafts that he learned from his great-grandmother, his grandmother, and his grandfather, a Baptist minister who Jake remembers could "rid someone of a fever with an egg or stop up the blood in a wound." Backwoods Witchcraft Conjure & Folk Magic From Appalachia (Book) : Richards, Jake : "A folksy stew of family stories, lore, omens, rituals, and conjure crafts learned from the author's great-grandmother, his grandmother and his grandfather." I remembered my own magic of golden rod blossom confetti, cold mountain springs, my favorite apple tree, and creek pebbles I ground into face paint. I also learned how many things to soak with the "mornings first urine" to make someone love you or avoid the evil eye. --page 4 of cover. You’ll learn about spells, potions, recipes, remedies, spirits, haints, and techniques and methods of harnessing the power of folk magic. ( Log Out / Start by marking “Backwoods Witchcraft: Conjure Folk Magic from Appalachia” as Want to Read: Error rating book. Also they talk about the Cherokee a lot and quite often how the Cherokee work with God and other Christian aspects. It’s more of a book of the life there with some folk items sprinkled in. Skip to main content. Conjure & Folk Magic from Appalachia In Backwoods Witchcraft, Jake Richards offers up a folksy stew of family stories, lore, omens, rituals, and conjure crafts that he learned from his great-grandmother, his grandmother, and his grandfather, a Baptist minister who Jake remembers could "rid someone of a fever with an egg or stop up the blood in a wound." I will uphold my promise because Jake upheld his (you’ll understand this when you read the book). In Backwoods Witchcraft, Jake Richards offers up a folksy stew of family stories, lore, omens, rituals, and conjure crafts that he learned from his great-grandmother, his grandmother, and his grandfather, a Baptist minister who Jake remembers could "rid someone of a fever with an egg or stop up the blood in a wound." It's a very interesting read that's given me a new perspective of magic to consider and an insight into my family history work. A fun read, tidbits in this one are likely in the old family beliefs, traditions and superstitions of many folks, everywhere. The original Cherokee (as well as lot of them today) were not Christians and had their own form of beliefs that did not involve God. The author didmix in a few witch things but it just helped me see how they do things. In Backwoods Witchcraft, Jake Richards offers up a folksy stew of family stories, lore, omens, rituals, and conjure crafts that he learned from his great-grandmother, his grandmother, and his grandfather, a Baptist minister who Jake remembers could "rid someone of a fever with an egg or stop up the blood in a wound." Backwoods Witchcraft is drenched in nostalgia for Appalachian magic. If you have roots in Appalachia and are interested in conjure, this book is for you. While a lot of Indigenous people were. This was written like a love letter to Appalachia. Try Prime EN Hello, Sign in Account & Lists Sign in Account & Lists Orders Try Prime Cart. Appalachian Christian hoodoo and folk medicine is illustrated here in all its glory☺️reads more like an almanac of spells. I think it’s a little offensive to a constantly imply that their work was done with God when their original practices a lot of which are in this book never involved God at all. Backwoods Witchcraft by Jake Richards (2019, Paperback)~Conjure & Folk Magic From Appalachia. But I think I may have been the last child in my family to have been so. In Backwoods Witchcraft, Jake Richards offers up a folksy stew of family stories, lore, omens, rituals, and conjure crafts that he learned from his great-grandmother, his grandmother, and his grandfather, a Baptist minister who Jake remembers could "rid someone of a fever with an egg or stop up the blood in a wound." I work to bring equity to all people and understand my own privilege and how I can use it to lift up the voices of people who have been marginalized and oppressed. This is a really neat look at American folk traditions. Change ), You are commenting using your Twitter account. But I think I may have been the l. There's something about this book that makes it feel so personal to the point that I almost don't want to recommend it, especially not to folks who don't have a connection to these mountains. I read a lot. The book would benefit from a good inde. Product Information. My broader interests include science fiction and urban fantasy, usually in the young adult genera. In Backwoods Witchcraft, Jake Richards offers up a folksy stew of family stories, lore, omens, rituals, and conjure crafts that he learned from his great-grandmother, his grandmother, and his grandfather, a Baptist minister who Jake remembers could "rid someone of a fever with an egg or stop up the blood in a wound." Here is a quick description and cover image of book Backwoods Witchcraft: Conjure Folk Magic from Appalachia written by Jake Richards which was published in —. Change ). Even if you’re not interested in witchcraft or folk magic, this is a terrific read if you are interested in the Appalachian region. With Marklen Kennedy, Carolyn Taye-Loren, Nicole Sassaman, David Huffman. Welcome back. A great read! T I also learned how many things to soak with the "mornings first urine" to make someone love you or avoid the evil eye. So I take issue with the book being named Backwoods Witchcraft if it doesn’t have anything to do with witchcraft in their sense or really much witchcraft in any sense. The book would benefit from a good index, though, to track all the spells, incantations, and remedies for particular situations. Respect. Episode 174 – Backwoods Witchcraft with Jake Richards Summary: We talk with author and conjure worker Jake Richards about folk magic in the Southern Highlands, the many magical-cultural influences found throughout the mountains, and what people get right and wrong about Appalachia. He uses beautiful, large-breasted and frequently nude women to try to collect enough souls so that he may be able to bring Satan to Earth. Whether you need protection against haints or some good luck in a pinch, this is an excellent collection of old Appalachian folklore and traditions. One line of my family is from Watauga NC (I’m not), so I started looking into Appalachia. I wouldn't call myself a witch but I definitely have some witchy tendencies that come out with the New Moon and Sabbats. Let us know what’s wrong with this preview of, Published Find books like Backwoods Witchcraft: Conjure Folk Magic from Appalachia from the world’s largest community of readers. Kindle Store. In so doing he offers a snapshot in time, recording and preserving a tradition of American folk practices, many of which are being forgotten in the post-industrial age. The witchcraft practiced in Appalachia is very much a folk magic of place, a tradition that honors the … I remembered my own magic of golden rod blossom confetti, cold mountain springs, my favorite apple tree, and creek pebbles I ground into face paint. I lived in the state itself intermittently over the years, spending the rest of my time in Tennessee, Kentucky, and Virginia at variously points. I’ve taken much from Jake’s book and I hope I can do it justice and pass on some of the wonderful things I learned. If you're interested in learning more about Appalachian Conjure and Folk Magic, I would suggest to you this book right here. I do think that it has a lot of good folklore from the area but it really doesn’t involve much actual folk remedies in detail. I'm a 30-something therapist who lives in the Pacific Northwest with her three adorable cats and the best husfriend a woman could ask for. Jake Richards has a knack for storytelling, and paints a vivid picture of his Appalachian homeland as he tells of traditions, ancestral stories, superstitions, and the folklore of the region. First the book talks about how witches and witchcraft was seen as devil magic and different from folk magic. I cannot say enough Goodness about this book. I was born in West Virginia, much like the many many generations before me. They aren't to be trifled with and they aren't to be mocked. Brief Summary of Book: Backwoods Witchcraft: Conjure Folk Magic from Appalachia by Jake Richards. I had to put it down a few times because it reminded me of my childhood and small instances that I'd forgotten. Let’s start with the good! My least favorite was the spells and charms that use urine. In Backwoods Witchcraft , Jake Richards offers up a folksy stew of family stories, lore, omens, rituals, and conjure crafts that he learned from his great-grandmother, his grandmother, and his grandfather, a Baptist minister who Jake remembers could "rid someone of a fever with an egg or stop up the blood in a wound." ( Log Out / I can smell the damp pine and hear the mountain springs in this book. "In Backwoods Witchcraft, Jake Richards offers up a folksy stew of family stories, lore, omens, rituals, and conjure crafts that he learned from his great-grandmother, his grandmother, and his grandfather, a Baptist minister who Jake remembers could 'rid someone of a … An evil warlock takes over a rock club. The witchcraft practiced in Appalachia is very much a folk magic of place, a … Enjoyed this quite a lot, but wish it would have delved a bit deeper into the origins of the many many traditions it talks about instead of writing them off frequently as 'it's just the way it's done.' I have always had an affinity for the Appalachian Mountains, the stories, the lore. I was surprised at how many things I actually did know, that were knowledge passed to me from that side of my family, that I hadn’t realized were “Appalachian”. In Backwoods Witchcraft, Jake Richards offers up a folksy stew of family stories, lore, omens, rituals, and conjure crafts that he learned from his great-grandmother, his grandmother, and his grandfather, a Baptist minister who Jake remembers could "rid someone of a fever with an egg or stop up the blood in a … So I take issue with the book being named Backwoods Witchcraft if it doesn’t have anything to do with witchcraft in their sense or really much witchcraft in any sense. It was very enlightening to read and I'm glad Richard's shared this with us so the practices don't die out. Also they talk about the Cherokee a lot and quite often how the Cherokee work with God and other Christian aspects. View all posts by BookItch. While a lot of Indigenous people were forced into Christianity, it is frequently implied that a lot of this was several generations in the past. I had to put it down a few times because it reminded me of my childhood and small instances that I'd forgotten. Book Review: Backwoods Witchcraft by Jake Richards. Fill in your details below or click an icon to log in: You are commenting using your WordPress.com account. T Fascinating, honest, and oddly comforting. Just a moment while we sign you in to your Goodreads account. The Root Doctors of South Carolina can keep you reading for a long time! I’m grateful to Richards for sharing what he’s shared, as I’m well aware (as an Indian-- an enrolled member of a fed. For someone like me who's connection was disrupted by financial hardships, moves, and strained relationships, this book is invaluable for filling in the gaps of the practice I did manage to inherit. 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