<P><B>Discover the wisdom and magic of Appalachia through <I>Mountain Magic</I>, an illustrated guide to the occult power of the hills and hollows.</B></P><P> The people of Appalachia and the American backwoods have a long and <B>deep magical tradition</B>, one rooted in the <B>power of place, land, and nature</B>. With a creativity and ingenuity born of necessity, Appalachian witches built and sustained a wealth of magical knowledge drawn from European, Native American, and African American folk magic. Guided by <B>expert witch and forager Rebecca Beyer</B>, you can explore the wisdom of this powerful place: </P><ul><li> Learn <B>medical and magical uses for common plants</B> and herbs </li><li> Meet the <B>traditional magical practitioners</B> of Appalachia, from Blood Stoppers to Water Witches </li><li> Delve into a <B>wealth of charms and curses</B>, from witchballs to love workings </li><li><B>Follow the lore of the stars and seasons</B> to grow and thrive </li></ul