Progressive Witchcraft: Spirituality, Mysteries, and Training in Modern Wicca

From the first moment I began reading PROGRESSIVE WITCHCRAFT, my attention was riveted by the revelation that finally, here is a book that shows the history of Wicca with all its many ever-evolving paths! Truly a scholarly work, PROGRESSIVE WITCHCRAFT includes relevant references at the end of each chapter where readers may further explore specific areas of interest. I was particularly impressed by the inclusion of both the chakra system and Jungian psychology -- along with explanations of how these different perspectives and shamanism have woven their way into various forms and practices of witchcraft. PROGRESSIVE WITCHCRAFT is the kind of book that I imagine will be required reading in many formal Wiccan training programs, because it provides an extraordinarily thorough overview of the history of the craft. Packed with useful tips, tools and exercises, it's also a first-rate introduction to witchcraft that is certain to become a beloved reference book for years to come.

Wow, I'm surprised by all the negative reviews on this book, but I guess I shouldn't be -- some people wouldn't know a good thing if it came up and bit them. Don't let the negative reviews of this book discourage you from reading it! It's a FANTASTIC book and long overdue. I will concede, however, that the book does have an inordinate amount of typos, though this is the only drawback as far as I can see...and the responsibility there lies with the copy editor, not the authors upon whom it unfortunately reflects. If you can't overlook a few typos, then you probably shouldn't be reading a book of this magnitude in the first place. Should be a part of any serious practitioner's personal library. I can't recommend this book enough!

As a solitary, I found this book very enlightening. I found the information and description of the degree system very helpful. It was refreshing to read that even priestess/priests with covens of their own were having issues with the degree system. There is also helpful information for anyone interested in starting or joining a coven.

When I first saw this book in the store I wasn't sure if I would like it since so many witchcraft books seem to repeat each other endlessly with the same information. I was pleasently surprised with some of the information. While it does have alot of the usual witchcraft information such as the sabbats, chakras and so on it also contains some much needed material for the more practiced witch. One aspect that I liked most were their descriptions on the differences between everyone being a priest/priestess in their own right verses actually being of service to the Divine as a Clergy person in the craft. I would say a great book for both the beginner and the advanced witch. Has some good information for everyone.