Philosophy & Religion Books

An investigation of what it means to have children morally, philosophically and emotionally.'Do you want to have children?' is a question we routinely ask each other. But what does it mean to create a child? Is this decision always...

Drawing on the myriad of beliefs from European witch traditions, Nathan King has created an impressive guidebook, combining mythology and folklore with operative rituals designed to enliven and quicken the metaphorical Witch Blood that courses through...

Sound of the Trumpet transcends religious boundaries, inviting readers of all faiths and backgrounds to explore the universal truths that lie at the core of human existence. Allen reminds us that genuine spiritual growth cannot be achieved through mere...

A definitive new history of the origins, evolution, and scope of the ancient Greek city-stateThe Greek polis, or city-state, was a resilient and adaptable political institution founded on the principles of citizenship, freedom, and equality. Emerging...

A sweeping history of how Union victory in the American Civil War inspired democratic reforms, revolutions, and emancipation movements in Europe and the AmericasThe Age of Reconstruction looks beyond postCivil War America to tell the story of how Union...

The Prophet said that there is no deed better in the sight of Allah SWT, or more greatly rewarded than a good deed that is done in the first 10 days of Dhul-Hijjah. This sacred month brings great opportunities and rewards yet sometimes we fail to realise...

Soul Feast is a companion to the hugely popular poetry anthology Soul Food, offering up a further feast of thoughtful poems to stir the mind and feed the spirit, bringing hope and light in dark, uncertain times.The original Soul Food anthology (2007)...

An introduction to what scripture has to say about the dignity of LGBTQ people. In this bible study, Episcopal priest and former teacher Margie Baker shows teens how the Bible affirms and supports all of God's beloved children. Beginning with an...

An essential interfaith resource for university chaplains and spiritual leaders in higher education. In an increasingly heterogenous age, any university chaplains and spiritual leaders struggle to center their student communities, aware of vast...

An enriching collection of classical writings about how ancient Romans made and thought about moneyAncient Romans liked money. But how did they make a living and sometimes even become rich? The Roman economy was dominated by agriculture, but it was...

A modern translation of the ancient Roman poet Ovid's Remedies for Love a witty and irreverent work about how to fall out of loveBreakups are the worst. On one scale devised by psychiatrists, only a spouse's death was ranked as more stressful than a...

This book is conceivably the first time that a halachically-informed Jew offers a full picture of his life with the trials, tribulations, and difficulties that he encountered. It also describes the difficulties that rabbis and other Jewish religious...

An indispensable, pocket-sized guidefor incorporating labyrinths into your spiritual walk.For centuries, labyrinths have served as an essential meditation aid for Christians seeking to deepen their personal relationships with God. In this...

Luke & the Longest Night is the second story in Kathleen Converse's Wheel of the Year series, featuring a new main character and a heartwarming Yule story.Luke loves the winter solstice, a celebration filled with songs, treats, and best of all gifts...

A bewitching board book for tiny magic makers.C is for Coven is a reinterpretation of a classic alphabet book, matching each letter of the ABCs with a rhyming phrase that teaches kids about witchcraft. Instead of A is for Apple and D is for Dog, A is for...

A sweeping new account of ancient Greek culture and its remarkable diversity.Covering the whole of the ancient Greek experience from its beginnings late in the third millennium BCE to the Roman conquest in 30 BCE, Out of One, Many is an accessible and...

Most of us are regular people who have good days and bad days. Our lives are radically ordinary and unexciting. That means they're the kind of lives God gets excited about. While the world worships beauty and power and wealth, God hides his glory in the...

"Paul has provided a vital piece to our understanding of modern liberalism's origins."-Ronald J. Pestritto, Author ofAmerica Transformed: The Rise and Legacy of American Progressivism Today's political and cultural divisions leave many wondering how...

Norse Myth meets Astrology.The Eye of Odin seeks to combine classic astrology with Norse mythology, blending both in order to get a deeper understanding of human consciousness itself. Per Henrik Gullfoss presents a book that will be of interest to...

Secret Tactics offers ancient wisdom for contemporary readers - with new interpretations of Japanese martial arts classics.In the tradition of The Martial Artist's Book of Five Rings, one of America's most experienced teachers of karate...

A novel economic interpretation of how religions have become so powerful in the modern world.Religion in the twenty-first century is alive and well across the world, despite its apparent decline in North America and parts of Europe. Vigorous competition...

This study guide provides first a scriptural understanding of citizenship, and second, practical insights to help Christians faithfully participate as citizens of the United States.The focus is on God's revealed will for ordering our earthly lives and...

A Floral Grimoire sets out to combine Wise Woman know-how with the Victorians' floral fascination, blending folklore, history, and magic to create an enchanting, engaging book. This updated and revised collection of spells, prayers, and correspondences...

Kenneth Johnson has written a beautiful book that will open the door to the magic of the Baltics. Explore the Amber Coast and its many magical mysteries, meet a pagan sun goddess, and explore the spirituality of a people who were the last to convert to...

Witchcraft on a Shoestring by Deborah Blake will take the reader through a fun and engaging journey of magical practices without breaking the bank. You'll have a magical time creating spells, divinations, and even recipes that cost little to no money,...

The Celtic mysteries are alive and well, and Jeremy Schewe is here to show us how to tap into these mysteries for inspiration and spiritual fulfillment. Weaving together personal experiences alongside Celtic myth and lore, we are shown how to form a...

Flight of the Firebird: Slavic Magical Wisdom & Lore by Kenneth Johnson is an incredible guide into the folk magical traditions of the Slavic peoples. Documenting his time spent studying with the magical practitioners abroad, Flight of the Firebird...

A clear introduction to the spirituality, beliefs, rituals, and gods and goddesses of the Greek pantheon from a modern practitioner.Secrets of Greek Mysticism is the first spiritual book about the Greek gods and goddesses written by a native, practicing...

The most pressing question in these uncertain times may well be, How can we bring healing and protection to the Earth?a venerated lama from Nepal. In response to her question, the old lama gave her a formidable assignment based on an ancient practice...

A hand-illustrated oracle deck designed to connect you with your personal magic and guide you on the path to self-empowerment, from the creator ofThe Wanders' Tarot.Wyrd Sistersis a sixty-card oracle deck and companion spell guide devoted to...

A guided journey of empowerment and healing through life's difficult passages, withpractical tools, including embodied rituals, writing prompts, seasonal self-care practices, and community creation. The journey ofthe Dark Goddess is a natural part of...

A practical and in-depth manual on integrating Thelemic spiritual principles into daily life by a prominent writer and teacher of the occult and the work of Aleister Crowley.In The Way of the Will, David Shoemaker explores how the spiritual discipline of...

At the root of most spiritual traditions is the aspiration to realise one's birthright: an intimate connection with the Land and the spiritual energies that inhabit it. This connection with the Land and its spirits is perhaps nowhere more powerfully felt...

'Infused with sacred practices, meditations, and rituals, Celtic Goddess Grimoire is a must read for anyone seeking to cultivate a meaningful relationship with the divine feminine across the Celtic landscape.' - Danielle Blackwood,...

A journey through the fault lines of contemporary religious warsUS-born Protestant evangelicalism has gone global to an extent of which many of us might be unaware. This book tells the story of Americans' colossal mobilization to proclaim Christianity...

Discover the tranquil wisdom of Chomei's 13th-century masterpiece, Hojoki, as it unveils the beauty of imperfection and the serenity of a simple life amidst the chaos of existence.Hojoki is an introspective poem written in the 13th century by...

An empowering antidote to one of the leading challenges facing clergy and lay ministers today: burnout.Clergy and lay ministry professionals are exhausted. The past few years of collegial loneliness, ever-changing ministry practices, illness and death,...

As many are lamenting the absence and decline of our young people's participation in churches, this book asks what could happen if all youth, active or not, hear the words, "We need you!" What if youth are needed for practical, doable meaning-filled,...

Japanese Shinto is the simple belief that the divine dwells in all things around us!Shinto: The Japanese World of Kami Spirits is a concise guide to the fundamental elements of the Shinto religion - its rich mythology and symbols, intricate rituals,...

Free yourself from stress with simple, no-nonsense advice from a zen monk!Zen monk Jikisai Minami takes the things we are supposed to strive for and turns them on their head. The 35 short, thought-provoking essays in this book are divided into four...

The ultimate Judo manual for all trainees - from novice to advanced!Master instructor Neil Ohlenkamp has updated and expanded his best-selling Judo training manual for students at every level - from novice to advanced. Judo Unleashed! presents all the...

Theintimate personal journals of two occultists practising western magick to achieve "The Great Work" (also known as "awakening" or "enlightenment").With its humour, honesty, and down-to-earth approach, extending beyond the cult following it gained after...

Based on an ancient understanding of the cycles of nature, John Michael Greer invites students of occult to continue their training with the study of the four elements. The four elements are one of the foremost themes of Western occult tradition and have...

A timely, progressive collection of essays on the Jewish relationship to Zionism and exile.What is exile? What is diaspora? What is Zionism? Jewish identity today has been shaped by prior generations' answers to these questions, and the future of Jewish...

A thorough investigation of the current combination of austerity and extravagance that characterizes government spending and central bank monetary policy.At the close of the 1970s, government treasuries and central banks took a vow of perpetual...

With the publication of his runaway bestseller Kosher Sex, Rabbi Shmuley Boteach gained instant fame as a sage and savvy commentator on public and private life. Now he turns his outspoken energy and vast erudition to the core teachings of Judaism itself...

May the teachings in this book help you walk wakefully as you find your way back home.Every one of us experiences periods of pain and loss in our life - dark nights of the soul. This is a groundless territory where one feels directionless and devoid of...

A philosopher examines the complicated phenomenon of gaslighting'Gaslighting' is suddenly in everyone's vocabulary. It's written about, talked about, tweeted about, even sung about (in 'Gaslighting' by The Chicks)...