Magic and Machines Magic and machines are two concepts that have often been seen as opposing forces. Magic is often associated with the mystical and supernatural, while machines are viewed as products of human ingenuity and technological advancement. However, in the modern world, the line between magic and machines has become increasingly blurred. Advancements in technology have enabled humans to create machines that can perform feats that were once considered magical. For example, smartphones can connect us to people across the globe in an instant, and self-driving cars can navigate streets without human intervention. These machines may not possess the supernatural elements traditionally associated with magic, but their abilities would have been perceived as magical just a few decades ago.
These machines may not possess the supernatural elements traditionally associated with magic, but their abilities would have been perceived as magical just a few decades ago. Furthermore, magic and machines can work together in harmony. Technology can be used to enhance and amplify magical abilities.
THE WITCH’S CABINET: Plant Lore, Sorcery and Folk Tradition – Trade Paperback
Trade Paperback. 192 pages, 6×9. Book is in new unread condition.
Published by Three Hands Press
From the Publisher:
Three Hands Press is pleased to announce Corinne Boyer’s The Witch’s Cabinet for pre-order. Illustrated with the haunting images of artist Peter Köhler, it may be considered a spiritual successor to her popular 2017 work Plants of the Devil.
The historical record of plant folklore includes a persistent group of plants associated with witches, aversion and baneful magic. Reflecting a hidden dimension of the vegetal world, these spells, rituals, and taboos serve as mantles of ominous attribute, warning of these herbs’ sinister qualities, but also suggestive of their hidden powers.
Certain trees were widely considered cursed and thought to harbor afflicted power, often also viewed as the habitations of witches. Particular roots and flowers were used for causing disease, conjuring demons, or bringing nightmares; other plants fell under the governance of Satan, or were used by ill-doers to gain the powers of witchcraft itself. A particularly pernicious reservoir of corrupt power was the graveyard, with a unique retinue of plants all its own.
Not all such herbal lore was malevolent; countless teachings reveal how certain plants — sometimes the very same ones considered cursed — can protect a person from witches, evil spirits or other users of malefic magic. Other plants of dark character, like the Hawthorn, were in perpetual communion with the souls of the dead, and possessed the power to reveal hidden treasure.
As a meditation upon the shrouded dimensions of plant folklore, The Witch’s Cabinet devotes thirteen essays to mysteries of these often-disquieting plants, many of which contain keys of spiritual transformation, healing, and occult power. In addition to the enigmatic original drawings of artist Peter Köhler, the book also contains an introduction by Daniel A. Schulke, author of Thirteen Pathways of Occult Herbalism.
The contents of the book by chapter appear below:
1. Plants and Witches: A Folkloric Apothecary
2. Blood, Shadow and the Rose
3. Funerary Trees, Folklore and Practices in Grief and Mourning
4. Seeds in the Historical Folk Magic of Europe
5. The Flora of Snakes and Dragons
6. The Magic, Medicine and Lore of the Elder
7. Plants and the Second Sight
8. The Use of Dew in Folk Healing and Magic
9. Plants Used Against Nightmares and Haunted Sleep
10. Legends and Lore of Our Lady’s Lily
11. Plants Used in Cursing Magic
12. The Uses of Straw in Magical Procedures
13. Graveyard Plant Magic
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Reviews for "Unleashing the Magic within Machines"
1. John - 2/5 - I was really disappointed with "Magic and Machines". The plot was weak and cliché, and the characters felt one-dimensional. The writing style didn't captivate me, and I found myself struggling to stay interested. Overall, it felt like a missed opportunity for an intriguing fantasy world and compelling story.
2. Sarah - 1/5 - "Magic and Machines" was a complete letdown for me. The pacing was incredibly slow, and I couldn't connect with any of the characters. The author's attempt at world-building fell flat, and the magic system felt inconsistent and poorly developed. The dialogue was cringe-worthy, and I found myself rolling my eyes more than once. I was hoping for an exciting and immersive read, but unfortunately, this book just didn't deliver.
3. Mark - 2/5 - I had high hopes for "Magic and Machines", but it fell flat for me. The writing felt amateurish, with awkward sentence structures and numerous grammatical errors. The story lacked originality and was predictable from start to finish. The premise had potential, but the execution was lacking, leaving me feeling unsatisfied. I wouldn't recommend this book to anyone looking for a captivating and well-written fantasy read.
4. Emma - 2/5 - "Magic and Machines" didn't quite live up to my expectations. The world-building was confusing and inconsistent, making it difficult to visualize the setting. The characters were forgettable, and their motivations were unclear. The pacing was slow, and the plot lacked excitement. Overall, I found it difficult to become invested in the story and struggled to finish the book. There are much better fantasy novels out there worth reading over this one.