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- Exactly what I wanted to write myself, but......Denise Alvarado beat me to it!
I bought this book from Denise's website "The Mystic Voodoo" along with the companion CD (which has extra occult texts and material not in the book), and couldn't be happier with my purchase. While the term "Voodoo Hoodoo" might throw off some viewers, the writer is clear in the proper definitions of both Voodoo AND Hoodoo early on in the book. This is chocked full of information regarding the Loa, Catholic saints, magic, folk remedies, superstitions, recipes for occult oils, rootwork and just about everything else. A great introduction to both New Orleans Voodoo and Hoodoo, a must-buy for those interested in these paths.
I would also recommend the following as companion purchases: Hoodoo Herb and Root Magic: A Materia Magica of African-American Conjure,
Dr. Snake's Voodoo Spellbook,
and Jambalaya: The Natural Woman's Book of Personal Charms and Practical Rituals.
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- DJ Parhams,authorI recently purchased this book, and I found it too be extremely informative. It's more than apparent that Ms. Alvarado is extremely knowledgeable when it comes to the arts of voodoo/hoodoo. I especially enjoyed her recipes for root work and oils.
I have been blessed to purchase the Voodoo Hoodoo spellbook directly from Miss Alvarado . I must say I regret one thing though, and that is not asking Miss Alvarado to sign it.
ReplyDeleteThe Book is an amazing guide to Voodoo Hoodoo New Orleans practice and it is indeed all in one place information , guide to Loas , Saints , and has great amount of neat Hoodoo spells , oils and preparations.
If You are beginner You will learn on Hoodoo as If were taught by personal teacher . If You are already a practitioner this will be an amazing reference and info source . And admit it You do not all there is on Hoodoo so it is very likely that You will still learn plenty from here .
I just l-o-v-e it ! I keep it locked next to my Book of Shadows!
Thank You Miss Alvarado and blessed be!