AMERICAN BRUJERIA: MODERN MEXICAN AMERICAN FOLK MAGIC BY J. ALLEN CROSS

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A practical, hands-on guide to Mexican-American folk magic.

American Brujeriais about the fascinating blend of American and Mexican folk magic currently practiced by those living in the US but whose roots are steeped in Mexican culture.The author, who has named this tradition American brujeria, explores this magical system, while alsooffering practical advice on using it. American brujeria is a living, vital tradition that — while it shares things in common with other folk magic traditions, such as American Conjurealso features its own unique traditions,as well as familiar ones,such as the veneration of saints, both canonized, such as Guadalupe, and folk saints like Santa Muerte.

American Brujeriaincludes stories from Mexico (folk saints, the story of Guadalupe), the influence of Catholicism, the art oflimpias(spiritual cleansings), spell casting, oil crafting, praying the rosary (in English and Spanish), making an altar to Guadalupe, using novena candle magic, crafting protective charms from saints medals, and more.

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