The Paganism Reader

Paganism is not only a contemporary faith movement of increasing popularity, but also an area of considerable interest to scholars in a number of disciplines. The Paganism Reader provides a definitive selection of primary sources in Paganism, ranging from its ancient beginnings to its 20th century reconstruction and revival. Chronologically organised sections, each with an editor's introduction, present extracts from Greek, Norse and Celtic literature and from writings on witchcraft, folk beliefs, shamanism and goddess worship. The recent influences of environmental and feminist movements and of Neopagan interpretations are also considered. Giving full coverage of Paganism's diverse forms and alerting readers to critical academic debates, this is an invaluable guide to Pagan origins and practices.