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The Witches' Sabbats
by Mike Nichols
Foreword by Wren Walker
Illustrations by Heather Lloyd

Body/Mind/Spirit, Spirituality
ISBN 978-0-9710050-2-0
Trade paper, 160 pages, 21 illustrations
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The Ultimate Guide to the Pagan Holidays

"While the true believers and their critics may rage at one another about just how old Witchcraft or Wicca really is, one thing cannot be disputed: our holidays are the oldest in the world."

--Mike Nichols, The Witches' Sabbats

This informative guide by celebrated American Pagan pioneer Mike Nichols discusses the history, myths, customs, lore, and traditions associated with the eight Pagan holidays. Beautifully illustrated by Heather Lloyd, The Witches' Sabbats includes:

A new preface, "Counting the Days";
A new, never-before published essay, "Marking the Sabbats";
A new bibliography and index;
Two recent articles;
Plus four additional thought-provoking essays!

Most books on the wheel of the year tell you what to do on each holiday; The Witches' Sabbats explains the origins and symbolism of the Sabbats--or why Pagans celebrate the old holidays. The literary quality of Nichols' essays, coupled with his comprehensive knowledge of folklore, has made The Witches' Sabbats a perennial favorite.

Mike Nichols has taught classes in Wicca for more than twenty years, and was the first Wiccan representative on the Kansas City Interfaith Council. He has been a featured speaker on National Public Radio, Blog Talk Radio, and the Eclectic Pagan podcast. He continues to write and teach extensively and guest lecture at Pagan festivals.

About the Author

Endorsements

"Recommended Reading."
--Publishers Weekly, "All Faiths Calendar" (Nov. '05 - Jan. '06)

"The sine qua non of any Craft library...erudite, thoughtful, and clear elucidations of the Holy Days of Wicca."
--Judith Hawkins-Tillirson, New Leaf Distributing

"Many of Mike's articles--including his beloved essays on the Pagan holidays--have by now reached and influenced a worldwide readership."
--Dallas Heltzell, online news editor-producer, The Denver Post

"You'll love his personable writing style, the well-researched information, and his bold and interesting theories."
--Silver Ravenwolf, author of To Ride a Silver Broomstick and Halloween

"One of the best books on the Wheel of the Year."
--Christopher Penczak, author of The Inner Temple of Witchcraft

"Mike Nichols holds a wealth of knowledge and lore."
--M. Macha NightMare, coauthor with Starhawk of The Pagan Book of Living and Dying

"Multi-decade, Craft Veteran Mike Nichols's work on the Pagan Holidays is quickly becoming the standard on the subject."
--Wren Walker, The Witches' Voice

"Arguably the finest Sabbats writing in the modern Craft today."
--Fritz Jung, The Witches' Voice

Reviews

"A worthy addition to any pagan’s bookshelf."
--newWitch magazine

"A state-of-the-art handbook for practitioners."
--Chas Clifton, editor of Pomegranate and Llewellyn's Witchcraft Today series, and author of Her Hidden Children

"An excellent tool for those seeking a good understanding of how modern Wiccans conceive their holidays."
--Jason Pitzl-Waters, The Wildhunt Weblog and columnist, New Witch magazine

"His work is at once both traditional and innovative...the perfect alchemy for a Witch of true power."
--Storm Faerywolf, editor of Witch Eye magazine

"A must-read, and should be on the required-reading list for training covens. The additional materials alone are worth the price of the book."
--Ben Gruagach, columnist for MysticWicks Magazine

"This is the mark of a good author, one who has withstood the test of time."
--Boudica, The Wiccan/Pagan Times

"Mike's good humor and clear writing style, as well as his solid scholarship, make these articles the benchmarks that many strive to achieve."
--Daven, Daven's Journal

"The Witches’ Sabbats is the perfect work to use as reference."
--Pagan Bookworm, Books and Media Reviews for the Magical Masses

"Mike's articles provoke thought, make you consider how and why you do the things you do. Be prepared, however, to have your brain cells exercised."
--Ellen Cannon Reed, creator/author of The Witches Tarot and The Witches Qabala

"You couldn't ask for a better explanation of what the holidays are all about."
--Robin Wood, creator/author of The Robin Wood Tarot

"Mike Nichols is one of those unique scholars that has the ability to make historical and advanced information accessible to everyone."
--Kristin Madden, author of Magickal Crafts

"Mike Nichols's sabbat essays should be required reading for anyone pursuing the Pagan path."
--Tom Little, coauthor with Mary K. Greer of Understanding the Tarot Court

"A wonderfully streamlined book that will be an excellent addition to both beginning and experienced pagans’ libraries."
--Lupa, author of Fang and Fur, Blood and Bone and A Field Guide to Otherkin

"Written in a gently accessible style which can be enjoyed by everyone from the newbie to the seasoned Witch, and which can educate them all."
--Valerie Walker, author of The Dustbunnies Big Damn Handbook, Volume One

"The Witchcraft Community has been truly blessed with his profound thoughts and writings on many subjects."
--Starrfire Price, author of The Journey Into Witchcraft

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