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Rootwork: Using the Folk Magick of Black America for Love, Money and Success
Written by Tayannah Lee McQuillar
Narrated by Lisa Reneé Pitts
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About this audiobook
A reader-friendly, fun, and practical guide to improving one's love life, career, health, and overall happiness with African American folk magick.
In this groundbreaking book that places Rootwork in its rightful spot among other magickal traditions, Tayannah Lee McQuillar offers a fun and practical guide to improving your life with the help of African American folk magick. Rootwork begins with the basics, from explanations about the magickal powers of the four elements (air, earth, fire, and water) to instructions on creating talismans, charms, and mojo bags. Also included are spells to help you:
-Find your soul mate
-Spice up your sex life
-Get a new job
-Improve your health
-Discover your inner muse
Accessible and easy to use, Rootwork offers the insights of a time-honored tradition as a means of self-empowerment and spiritual growth.
In this groundbreaking book that places Rootwork in its rightful spot among other magickal traditions, Tayannah Lee McQuillar offers a fun and practical guide to improving your life with the help of African American folk magick. Rootwork begins with the basics, from explanations about the magickal powers of the four elements (air, earth, fire, and water) to instructions on creating talismans, charms, and mojo bags. Also included are spells to help you:
-Find your soul mate
-Spice up your sex life
-Get a new job
-Improve your health
-Discover your inner muse
Accessible and easy to use, Rootwork offers the insights of a time-honored tradition as a means of self-empowerment and spiritual growth.
Author
Tayannah Lee McQuillar
Tayannah Lee McQuillar is a tarot reader and researcher of religion, esoterica, and mysticism. The author of several books and divination decks, including The Hoodoo Tarot and The Sibyls Oraculum, she lives in Winston-Salem, North Carolina.
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Reviews for Rootwork
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- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5Very informative, easy to follow along in the audio version
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5I enjoyed this book. I wish I could see the chapters listed out so I can go to certain topics. Great introduction to hoodoo!
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5The narration for the audiobook is truly well done. The author’s word choice, at times, made me chuckle. The information is clear and insightful for a beginner.