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    Books on Hecate?

    Can anyone suggest a good book on Hecate?



    I have read through a lot of websites, and such, but to me nothing is better than a book in hand.

    I want something informative on the history and theory behind her, but I don't want it to be some dull, informational text. Does that make sense?
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    Re: Books on Hecate?

    Quote Originally Posted by Aubrey_Rose View Post
    Can anyone suggest a good book on Hecate?

    I have read through a lot of websites, and such, but to me nothing is better than a book in hand.

    I want something informative on the history and theory behind her, but I don't want it to be some dull, informational text. Does that make sense?
    This is on my wish list - Comes in the print version as well. I just haven't quite got around to buying it yet!

    http://www.amazon.co.uk/Hekate-Limin...982792&sr=1-19
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    Re: Books on Hecate?

    Quote Originally Posted by Aubrey_Rose View Post
    Can anyone suggest a good book on Hecate?

    I have read through a lot of websites, and such, but to me nothing is better than a book in hand.

    I want something informative on the history and theory behind her, but I don't want it to be some dull, informational text. Does that make sense?
    I've asked similarly and received several title suggestions. I have not read enough, but have taken screen shots of the replies and pasted them into my book list for future reading.

    Hekate Soteira
    The Restless Dead
    These two are by Sarah Iles Johnston. I have read the first but not the second. It's next. The first may look dry but I don't think it was.

    Hekate Liminal Rites
    Hekate: Key to the Crossroads
    Hekate: Her Sacred Fires
    These three are by Sorita D'Este. Have not read them yet. Will be soon.

    The Goddess Hekate

    Have not read.

    Curse Tablets and Binding Spells from the Ancient World This link seems the same book but less expensive.

    Have not red yet.

    Witchcraft and Magic in Europe Vol. 2 : Ancient Greece and Rome

    Have not read yet.

    Hekate in Ancient Greek Religion

    Read but as directed: with a large chunk of salt.

    I'll link you to threads where these books were recommended and/or discussed along with other books and authors to look into that would have to do with Hekate, but not as the sole purpose for the book. Just page down and look for the responses.

    Thread one.
    Thread two.

    I think those who have read more are better equipped to recommend which ones are best for your purposes. Just thought a list could be useful. The links are to the books, the authors' names can be found that way. Sorry for not including them. Bleary eyes.
    Last edited by Annie Roonie; 25 May 2012 at 05:15 PM. Reason: added no authors & caveat as I am inexperienced with the titles

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    Re: Books on Hecate?

    Quote Originally Posted by Annie Roonie View Post
    I've asked similarly and received several title suggestions. I have not read enough, but have taken screen shots of the replies and pasted them into my book list for future reading.

    Hekate Soteira
    The Restless Dead
    These two are by Sarah Iles Johnston. I have read the first but not the second. It's next. The first may look dry but I don't think it was.

    Hekate Liminal Rites
    Hekate: Key to the Crossroads
    Hekate: Her Sacred Fires
    These three are by Sorita D'Este. Have not read them yet. Will be soon.

    The Goddess Hekate

    Have not read.

    Curse Tablets and Binding Spells from the Ancient World This link seems the same book but less expensive.

    Have not red yet.

    Witchcraft and Magic in Europe Vol. 2 : Ancient Greece and Rome

    Have not read yet.

    Hekate in Ancient Greek Religion

    Read but as directed: with a large chunk of salt.

    I'll link you to threads where these books were recommended and/or discussed along with other books and authors to look into that would have to do with Hekate, but not as the sole purpose for the book. Just page down and look for the responses.

    Thread one.
    Thread two.

    I think those who have read more are better equipped to recommend which ones are best for your purposes. Just thought a list could be useful. The links are to the books, the authors' names can be found that way. Sorry for not including them. Bleary eyes.
    currently reading liminal rites right now...it's very chok full of info and super YEY!
    the other two titles are more collections of hekate related poems,hymns,essays and the like.

    I have a few of the other titles on the list but haven't yet read them thru.
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    Re: Books on Hecate?

    Quote Originally Posted by spoOk View Post
    currently reading liminal rites right now...it's very chok full of info and super YEY!
    the other two titles are more collections of hekate related poems,hymns,essays and the like.

    I have a few of the other titles on the list but haven't yet read them thru.
    Liminal Rites seems to be the favorite. I will have to check it out first!
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    Re: Books on Hecate?

    Quote Originally Posted by Aubrey_Rose View Post
    Liminal Rites seems to be the favorite. I will have to check it out first!
    I've been having trouble deciding myself which one to spend the book budget on. Since I was able to score the Witchcraft and Magic in Europe at the library, I think I'll get this one myself too.

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