Amulets: Sacred Charms of Power and Protection - Tapa blanda

"Amulets' mystical appeal gives them a place among the world's religions--and in our everyday lives."--Jennifer Derryberry Mann, Spirituality and Health, August 2005

"The amount of information collected in this book is nothing short of astounding, making this the ultimate ference book."--Lauren L. Laflamme, The Beltane Papers, Issue 36, Oct 2005

"This book should be included in every Pagan's library."--Karolina Blaha-Black, New Witch, Apr 2006

." . . each photo brings the vibrancy and color of the culture of amulets: teeth, feathers, beads and mirrors."--Vision Magazine, Jan 2005

." . . containing full-color photos of genuine amulets on nearly every page, this book is a survey of creaativity and bekief from around the world."--Barbara Ardinger, PanGaia, Nov 2006

." . . an in-depth focus which reveals the past, present, and future of amulets in all their symbolism and power."--The Midwest Book Review

"In this opulent book filled with full color pictures of headresses and houses, textiles and jewelry, Sheila Paine takes an anthropological and historical look at the symbolism and materials of these charms, fetishes and talismans."--Vision Magazine, Jan 2005

"A beautiful book for the art afficionado or charm enthusiast."--Vision Magazine, Jan 2005

Explores amulets from every angle, including their symbolism and the diverse material used to craft them, as well as the objects and people they protect. Original.