The Witches' Sabbats

"This informative guide discusses the history, myths, customs, lore, and traditions associated with the eight Pagan holidays. More than merely a listing of activities for each holiday, this examination explains the origins and symbolism of the Sabbats and why they are celebrated. The literary quality of the essays, coupled with the comprehensive knowledge of folklore, has made this book a perennial favorite."-- Provided by publisher From the award-winning author of The Witches' Sabbats Web site, Mike Nichols discusses the historical and mythological customs, lore, and traditions associated with the eight Pagan holidays. Beautifully illustrated, The Witches' Sabbats includes a new, never-before published essay, Marking the Sabbats, a new preface, Counting the Days; a new bibliography; plus six additional thought-provoking essays. Most books on the wheel of the year tell you what to do on a particular holiday; Nichols' explains the origin and symbolism of each of the Sabbats or why Pagans celebrate the Old Holidays. Nichols' wide-ranging expertise and the literary quality of his essays ensure that The Witches' Sabbats will become a standard reference.