Books like Cunningham's encyclopedia of crystal, gem & metal magic

A grounded, comprehensive exploration of the ancient magic and folklore hidden within the earth's stones and metals. These 12 books are the closest matches in mood, pace and themes, with what each one shares with Cunningham's encyclopedia of crystal, gem & metal magic.

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01
Magical herbalism
Scott Cunningham
A gentle, earthy guide that invites you to step outside, gather leaves, and weave a little everyday magic into your life.
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- earthy
- mystical
- grounded
- earnest
02
Wicca
Scott Cunningham
A gentle, grounding invitation to find magic in the natural world and within yourself.
Shares:
- earthy
- earnest
- reverent
03
Green Witchcraft
Paige Vanderbeck
A grounding, practical manual for weaving the magic of the natural world into everyday life.
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- earthy
- mystical
- grounded
- instructive
04
The Complete Book of Magic and Witchcraft
Kathryn Paulsen
A delightfully dry, vintage compendium of forbidden arts that feels like a dusty grimoire discovered in a 1970s occult bookshop.
Feels:
- shadowy
- esoteric
- nostalgic
05
Green witchcraft
Aoumiel. · 1996
A cozy, practical invitation to weave nature-based magic and ancestral wisdom into your everyday life.
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- earthy
- mystical
- grounded
- earnest
06
Complete book of witchcraft
Raymond Buckland · 1986
A structured, encouraging workbook that feels like sitting in the classroom of a wise, pragmatic elder.
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- mystical
- grounded
- earnest
- reverent
07
The Spell Book for New Witches
Ambrosia Hawthorn
A warm, welcoming threshold into the world of everyday magic, offering gentle guidance for crafting an intentional life.
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- grounded
- earnest
08
Wicca for beginners
Thea Sabin
A grounded, welcoming threshold into modern witchcraft that feels like sitting down with a wise, patient mentor.
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- earthy
- grounded
- contemplative
- earnest
09
The Green Witch
Arin Murphy-Hiscock
A soothing, practical invitation to weave the quiet magic of the natural world into your daily life.
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- earthy
- earnest
10
The crone's book of charms & spells
Valerie Worth · 1998
A poetic, earthy grimoire that invites you to slow down and find the magic hidden in everyday herbs and spoken rhymes.
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- earthy
- mystical
- reverent
11
Animal-Speak
Ted Andrews · 1993
A grounding, encyclopedic invitation to see the natural world not just as scenery, but as a chorus of spiritual teachers.
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- earthy
- contemplative
- earnest
- instructive
12
Everyday Wicca
Gerina Dunwich · 1997
A practical, grounded exploration of weaving magic and seasonal rhythms into the fabric of daily life.
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- earthy
- mystical
- grounded
- contemplative

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