Witchcraft, Folk Magic & Occult

 Witches and magic are far from one-dimensional. Discover short stories from global folklore about different practitioners, rituals and magics.

Witches in global folklore

angry mob by a large fire outside a house, witch trials

Witches & withcraft through the ages

two witch figures under a full moon

Types of witchcraft & their folkloric roots

old witch

Granny witches in West Virginia

cloaked figure stirs cauldron under full moon

Witches in Scotland

Magic rituals & practices

Curses, charms & power objects

talismans and amulets

Talismans & amulets: an overview

ancient people in lit cave symbols on wall

A history of talismans & amulets