 | Gargoyles, Grotesques & Green Men: Ancient Symbolism in European & American Architecture by Gary R. Varner
Buy new: $16.95 / Used from: $19.54 Another indepth look at the gargoyles, grotesques and Green Men adorning buildings and landscapes from Viet Nam and Turkey to Pittsburgh and Sacramento. Many illustrations.
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 | Mysteries of Native American Myth and Religion by Gary R. Varner
Buy new: $19.95 / Used from: $9.99 My latest release. This one will interest anyone interested in Native American history and myth. It is also a re-examination of the possibilities of ancient pre-Columbian contacts between Native American cultures and those from other areas around the world. Illustrated.
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 | Creatures in the Mist: Little People, Wild Men and Spirit Beings around the World, A Study in Comparative Mythology by Gary R. Varner
Buy new: $21.95 / Used from: $44.62 Just released! For everyone interested in the possibility that mythic creatures actually existed and for those interested in the varied myths and folklore of the world. Illustrated.
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 | The Dark Wind: Witches and the Concept of Evil by Gary R. Varner
Buy new: $15.95 / Used from: $15.76 An ethnographic exploration into the indigenous witch and the use of magic and spells in contemporary society. Also examined are the ongoing witchhunts and the history of anti-witchcraft laws. Illustrated.
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 | Strangely Wrought Creatures of Life & Death: Ancient Symbolism in European and American Architecture by Gary R. Varner
Buy new: $15.95 / Used from: $19.82 A new book on the ancient symbolism found in European and American architecture. Illustrated with over 50 photographs detailing the history and meaning of gargoyles, grotesques, Green Men and other archetypal images on buildings and in cemeteries.
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 | The Gods of Man: Gods of Nature - God of War by Gary R. Varner
Buy new: $15.95 / Used from: $24.33 A look at religious intolerance and its causes stemming from the development of patriarchal religions and its affects on contemporary society. Illustrated.
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 | The Mythic Forest, the Green Man And the Spirit of Nature: The Re-emergence of the Spirit of Nature from Ancient Times into Modern Society by Gary R. Varner
Buy new: $21.95 / Used from: $32.14 A new look at the Green Man and the folklore of trees and forests. An analysis focusing on the Green Man on secular buildings around the world, primarily in the United States. New photos.
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 | Water of Life-Water of Death: The Folklore and Mythology of Sacred Waters by Gary R. Varner
Buy new: $19.95 / Used from: $26.18 My latest book, a companion to Sacred Wells. Available January 2005. Pre-order now! Illus., biblio and index. A must for folklore enthusiasts & those interested in our ties to the ancient past.
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 | Menhirs, Dolmen, and Circles of Stone: The Folklore and Magic of Sacred Stone by Gary R. Varner
Buy new: $21.95 / Used from: $41.27 Available October 2004. Like Sacred Wells this book explores the ancient rituals and meanings connected to sacred stone sites around the world. Illus., biblio & index. Available in paper & hardback.
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 | Sacred Wells: A Study in the History, Meaning, and Mythology of Holy Wells & Waters by Gary R. Varner
Buy used from: $19.00 My second book on the sacred wells and water sites around the world. For anyone interested in folklore, mythology and the development of religion over time. I have lots of great photos in this one too
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 | Essays in Contemporary Paganism by Gary Varner
Buy new: $12.95 / Used from: $6.17 My first book so it's a favorite! Essays on the Green Man, Pagan politics, history and more. A new edition with new cover.
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 | Ancient Ways: Reclaiming Pagan Traditions by Pauline Campanelli
Buy used from: $6.69 For those of us who desire to continue the ancient traditions!
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 | Modern Pagans: an Investigation of Contemporary Ritual (Re/Search) by John Sulak
Buy new: $15.56 / Used from: $4.92 An interesting book dwelling on many of the more "famous" pagans of today.
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 | A History of Pagan Europe by Prudence Jones
Buy new: $30.73 / Used from: $11.94 Anything by these two scholars is worth reading but this is one of my favorites on the history of paganism in Europe with all of the intrigues and sorrows that accompanied the rise of Christianity.
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 | Ritual by Emma Restall Orr
Buy used from: $1.90 Emma is a wonderous being and after reading any of her books you will find her so as well.
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 | Sacred Trees: Spirituality, Wisdom & Well-Being by Nathaniel Altman
Buy used from: $3.44 I came across this book in researching my latest book. It is filled with great photos and the lore of sacred trees.
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 | The Pagan Religions of the Ancient British Isles: Their Nature and Legacy by Ronald Hutton
Buy new: $31.87 / Used from: $16.66 Ronald Hutton is an Oxford lecturer writing on the archeological and historical basis of paganism. I don't always agree with his findings but he is worth a serious read!
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 | The Chalice and the Blade: Our History, Our Future by Riane Eisler
Buy new: $13.67 / Used from: $0.01 One of the best books I have read which discusses the oppression of women as a result of religious "evolution". The author details the destruction of the goddess traditions through time.
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 | Phoenix From the Flame: Living as a Pagan in the 21st Century by Vivianne Crowley
Buy used from: $2.16 Another terrific book detailing the changes made to society by the emergence of paganism.
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 | Wicca: A Guide for the Solitary Practitioner (Includes Author's Book of Shadows) by Scott Cunningham
Buy new: $9.32 / Used from: $2.96 Scott Cunningham's books are instruemental to those wanting to become practicing Wiccans. Simply written but long lasting.
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 | Cunningham's Encyclopedia of Magical Herbs (Llewellyn's Sourcebook Series) by Scott Cunningham
Buy new: $10.85 / Used from: $5.93 Another book by Cunningham--a must for those interested in using herbs for healing and other magickal things.
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 | Drawing Down the Moon: Witches, Druids, Goddess-Worshippers, and Other Pagans in America Today (Compass) by Margot Adler
Buy used from: $1.28 The classic work on contemporary witchcraft.
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 | Power of the Witch: The Earth, the Moon, and the Magical Path to Enlightenment by Laurie Cabot
Buy new: $13.68 / Used from: $1.33 A great book by a great witch! Much aligned recently she remains an important influence in my life.
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 | Aradia: Gospel of the Witches, Expanded Edition by Mario Pazzaglini
Buy used from: $29.09 One of the classic works which attempts to prove that Witchcraft continues uninterrupted through time. However, the basic theme of this book seems to show a mixture of Catholicism and pagan traditions
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 | Teen Witch: Wicca for a New Generation by Silver RavenWolf
Buy new: $10.17 / Used from: $0.01 One of the favorites of the younger set--good advice for teen Wiccans.
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 | Green Witchcraft: Folk Magic, Fairy Lore & Herb Craft by Aoumiel
Buy new: $10.85 / Used from: $3.92 A very positive book linking Wicca and the crare of the Earth--the first of three in the series.
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 | Pagan Parenting: Spiritual, Magical & Emotional Development of the Child by Kristin Madden
Buy used from: $1.88 I wish I had this book when my kids were small. A great reference for Pagan parents.
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 | Being a Pagan: Druids, Wiccans, and Witches Today by Ellen Evert Hopman
Buy new: $14.96 / Used from: $4.06 A great book for those new to the Pagan path as well as us old timers.
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 | Sherwood Forest by Lisa Croll Di Dio
Buy new: $27.95 / Used from: $6.95 One of the finest fantasy novels of Robin Hood, Maid Marian and the Goddess traditions I have read! A wonderful read.
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