Keepers of the Flame

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Summary: An Interviewee Says:
Review: Having been interviewed by Morganna Davies, and included within the pages of this marvelous book, I find that there is not ONE WORD of it that I would change! It is a perfect way to have a warm fireside chat with the initiates and Elders of various traditions of the Craft that are currently being practised here in the United States. I know several of these people personally and the tone of their written "voice" is exactly the same as speaking with them personally....something many authours are unable to accomplish. Morganna and Aradia have done a marvellous job of keeping the information very REAL. I have personally been practising for more than 40 years, as have many of the others interviewed within these pages, and if you want to learn more of how the Craft was, and where WE think it is most likely to GO.....then DEFINITELY read this book! This is not a HOW-TO book, but it will deepen your understanding of what draws a multitude of fascinating people to such a spectacular religion....and what KEEPS them there!

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Summary: Great book for those new to and already in the Craft
Review: I found this book a gathering of amazing people that had very similar desires to learn the ancient tradition of Witchcraft, yet all taking very different paths. As I read, I was taken through thier journey to find the Craft, to learning the Craft and passing on this legacy. You share their challenges from so long ago that unfortunately still exist today.

This was a great book for someone who has lived in the Craft for over 20 years. It was also a great for my family to understand what others have faced and overcome to preserve the Craft.

I would recommend this book to anyone that has lived in the craft and those who would just like to understand more about the traditions of the Craft.

Definately a classic!

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Summary: Review of Keepers of the Flame
Review: I found this book to be an amazing document. It is well written, informative, and a refreshing change from the usual Witchcraft books available today. Hopefully, those who read this will "listen" to what our elders are saying and learn from their counsel. No matter how experienced you are or what tradition you follow there is a lot to think about here.

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Summary: Mistitled Perhaps?
Review: I gave the book a *3* because I've never read it, yet from the reviews here on Amazon, it seems the book is mistitled. What does a bunch of neo-pagan witchcraft traditions have to do with "traditional witchcraft?" If someone can tell me I'd be just rhapsodic!

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Summary: Excellent
Review: I love this book. Very well-written and in plain English so everyone can understand.

I sincerely hope that we soon see more books from these ladies.

I have met Aradia myself and she is a wonderful person.

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Summary: Excellent
Review: I love this book. Very well-written and in plain English so everyone can understand.

I sincerely hope that we soon see more books from these ladies.

I have met Aradia myself and she is a wonderful person.

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Summary: Excellent fresh point of view
Review: I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book, and it was a refreshing change from the current trend of books on Wicca and Witchcraft. And as an Italian Witch, I was delighted to see the inclusion of Leo Martello and Lori Bruno in this book. I never had the privilege of meeting or corresponding with Martello, but have had the honor of chatting with Lori Bruno on several occasions.

Reading 'Keepers of the Flame' was a delightful walk down memory lane, for which I am grateful to the authors. I first encountered the Craft Community in the San Diego area back in the summer of 1969. The stories, views, and musings in this book took me back to those wonderous days of the early Craft here in the U.S. and made me recall many fond memories of individuals and events.

I highly recommend this book for people new to the Craft, and for those seasoned veterans as well. With this book, new folks can gain a better understanding of the Craft from those who cleared the brush along the path so many years ago, seeing here the foundation and the work that opened the way for this spiritual walk as it appears today. For those of us who have been around longer than we care to remember, this book provides an opportunity to remember the witch we once were, and to reflect upon the witch we've now come to be.

I have no doubts that this book is destined to be a classic in the ongoing history of the Craft, and IMHO no personal library of any Witch or Wiccan should be without a copy.

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Summary: Interesting & Worthwhile
Review: Keepers of the Flame is an interesting look at how many of the Elders of the Craft, who came to it decades ago, view it today. I think it is a valuable addition to one's collection of Craft books for this reason alone. The book includes a variety of individuals, some popular, some unknown, and some who I would question as to their inclusion in the first place.

Keepers of the Flame includes interviews with practitioners from most of the main branches of the Craft. The only real flaw here is that it incorrectly portrays the path of the Strega Tradition, and fails to include author & elder Raven Grimassi who is the primary figure in Italian Witchcraft today. From reading the foreword, it appears that perhaps this is not the authors' fault but apparently lies with the ignorance of the editor.

All in all, I would say that everyone stands to gain something from reading this book. Give a copy to a newbie and an oldie today!!

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Summary: Passing the Torch
Review: This book is most timely. A vault of information and insight for anyone looking for information on Traditional Craft in America. Davies & Lynch have given us a book which will soon become a real treasure and A MUST-READ for anyone interested in Witchcraft. Much of Trad Craft is taught or passed on orally and/or through experience. It is often difficult for people outside of Traditional Witchcraft to gain access to these Elders, some of which have rarely given public interviews. This book provides valuable experiences by some of the best Elders Traditional Craft has to offer. They are some of the original Pathfinders in America, making it easier for the rest of us to follow. Sadly, 6 of the Elders interviewed in this book are no longer with us, which makes this book their last words to the next generation of Craft Elders. Their flames will burn bright in our hearts, and their contributions to the Craft in America will not be forgotten.