The Pagan Youth Are Here!
For years, there has been a growing interest in books for Pagan
youth. While many of them have been good, the one uniting factor in all
of them is that they have been written by dedicated people whose
memories of being fifteen or twenty are rapidly fading. They're from a
previous generation, and although many of the issues they used to face
are still valid, Pagan youths today have their own unique concerns. If
you're looking for a book that can help you deal with modern life, you
need Spirited by Gede Parma.
For Us—By Us
At nineteen years old, Parma is already known for his Internet
writings on the Craft. He's been practicing Witchcraft and leading
public rituals for almost a decade. As a result of his training and
experience, Spirited is not another "everything included for beginners" title that has no depth. Parma explores serious issues thoughtfully, yet with a light touch and a sense of humor.
Spirited is composed of two sections. Part One, "The
Fountain of Youth," deals with school, family, and social life from the
perspecitve of Pagan youth. It offers insights into living a truly Pagan
life no matter how crazy things may appear around you. Part Two,
"Beyond the Circle," examines such concepts as ethics, spellcraft,
ritual, divinity, community, covencraft, solitary work, and your place
in the future.
Finally, Some Respect!
Too often, young Pagans are treated like they know nothing, and if
you are included in spiritual and magical workings, you're just an
afterthought. Not anymore! Spirited celebrates the value and
importance of Pagan youth in the wider community. It points out that you
can offer your energy, creativity, and individuality from your own
unique perspective. It explains what you always knew: Paganism is an
expression of the natural and Divine. It includes several first-hand
accounts from young Pagans to illustrate their experiences, showing the
value of unity in diversity.
Spirited is not just about life and magick going on around
you; it's also a book about you and your deep, inner self. This book
describes and offers rituals that will help you in your personal growth
and transformation so you can become the person you want to be. There is a lot of theory in this book, but there are also many practical techniques you can use. Spirited
is absolutely unique. It dares to transcend the "age barrier" to give
you a serious and substantial overview of modern Pagan practices. It is
perfect for people in all paths, embracing eclectics and traditionalists
alike.
In the chapters of this book you'll find valuable techniques that will enhance your magical practices, including:
• Trance work
• Drawing down
• Aspecting
• Shielding
• Gnosis
Perhaps most importantly, young Pagans will find Spirited to be a comforting and relevant guide for life today.
What People Are Saying About Spirited
A timely guide for young Pagans, Wiccans, and magicians! This is
the real deal. . . [and goes] beyond the glitz and glam of Witchcraft,
and certainly beyond the "101"... —Raven Digitalis, author of Goth Craft
. . . a thought-provoking exploration into the world of Magick
and Paganism from a modern, young adult perspective. Impressive and
insightful.
—Ellen Dugan, author of Natural Witchery
An exciting new voice from a step beyond generation hex. . . An
excellent guide for not only those in that generation, but for those of
us seeking to understand and deepen our relationship with them.
—Christopher Penczak, author of The Temple of High Witchcraft
. . . one of those guides that will inspire an entire generation
of young Pagans. Parma effortlessly writes in a comforting voice of
encouragement and understanding. He has a passion for the topic and
first-hand experience as a young Pagan today. . . uses personal and
current experiences enabling the reader to relate on a deeper level.
—Gwinevere Rain, author of Spellcraft for Teens
