Revolutionary Witchcraft, Sarah Lyons
Revolutionary Witchcraft, Sarah Lyons
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Revolutionary Witchcraft
A Guide to Magical Activism

Author: Sarah Lyons

Narrator: Rebecca Mitchell

Unabridged: 3 hr 50 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Tantor Media

Published: 07/28/2020


Synopsis

A fiery, intersectional guide for activists and witches alike, Revolutionary Witchcraft is an empowered introduction to the history and practice of politically-motivated magic.

From the politically charged origins of the word "witch" to the present-day magical resistance, this bold handbook explores the role of witchcraft in our modern world. Author, activist, and practicing witch Sarah Lyons takes listeners on a journey through a leftist history of magic—from the witch hunts of early modern England, through the Salem Witch Trials, and up to our present moment. Pairing mystical acts, including sigil magic and soul flight, with core organizing tactics, like power mapping and protests, Revolutionary Witchcraft offers a blueprint for building a politically grounded magical praxis.

From social justice to environmental activism, this radical reimagining of political activism addresses today's most pressing problems with empowering, inclusive rituals and magical actions. Each chapter introduces a key concept, like dreaming big, experiencing magical initiation, and joining the revolution, supported by a surprising historical case study on the power of mystical action. Full of actionable ideas for magical organizing, Revolutionary Witchcraft is the perfect companion for the magical uprising.

About Sarah Lyons

Sarah Lyons is a writer, activist, occultist, and witch. She has practiced witchcraft for over ten years, and her work and writing has appeared in Teen Vogue, Vice, Buzzfeed, Broadly, Slutist, and New York Yoga Life, among others. Sarah is an active member of the Democratic Socialists of America, serving on the New York City chapter's Ecosocialist Working Group.


Reviews

If I were to recommend a book to a new witch that was interested in the social justice aspect of witchcraft, it would DEFINITELY be this one. It does a good job of breaking down complex concepts and is completely accessible (no expensive crystals or obscure herbs needed). A lot of it is very much 10......more

It's nice to read a book about modern witchcraft that isn't just hollow girl power essays and ahistorical nonsense about Salem and Pagan practices. Sarah Lyons demonstrated at Standing Rock, and that experience influenced her practice and how she connects belief and power. She approaches ancestor wo......more

Goodreads review by Sosanna

Today I'm reviewing Revolutionary Witchcraft A Guide to Magical Activism by Sarah Lyons. Release Date - November 5, 2019 Generally I like to start out with a disclaimer. I am an contemporary witch. I look for the connection between magic and science without the need to search for a creator. I receive......more