Drawing Down the Moon: Witches, Druids, Goddess-Worshippers, and Other Pagans in America
(Paperback)
Publishing Details
Drawing Down the Moon: Witches, Druids, Goddess-Worshippers, and Other Pagans in America
By (Author) Margot Adler
J.P.Tarcher,U.S./Perigee Bks.,U.S.
J.P.Tarcher,U.S./Perigee Bks.,U.S.
3rd October 2006
United States
Classifications
General
Non Fiction
299.94
Physical Properties
Paperback
672
Width 140mm, Height 203mm
1g
Description
Now fully revised - the classic study of Neo-Paganism originally published in 1979. Over thirty years since its original publication, DRAWING DOWN THE MOON continues to be the only detailed history of the burgeoning, but still widely misunderstood, Neo-Pagan subculture. Margot Adler attended ritual gatherings and interviewed a diverse, colourful gallery of people, people who find inspiration in ancient deities, nature, myth, even science fiction. In this new edition featuring an updated resource guide of newsletters, journals, books, groups and festivals, Margot Adler takes a fascinating and honest look at the religious experiences, beliefs and lifestyles of modern Pagan groups.
Reviews
Given the lurid connotations Neo-Paganism has acquired... Drawing Down the Moon is a healthy corrective. (The New York Times Book Review)
Author Bio
Margot Adler was a radio producer and journalist, pioneering live, free-form talk shows on religion, politics, women's issues and ecology. She lectured on the subject of Paganism and Earth-centred traditions and lead workshops on the art of ritual, celebration and song. She died in July 2014.
