So Potent Art: The Magic of Shakespeare

How much did Shakespeare know about magic and esoteric lore? This fascinating book took me on a journey into the magical roots of William Shakespeare’s plays and sonnets, discussing the influence of occult writers and masters while considering such diverse topics as ghosts, fairies, and even herb lore. But don’t be scared by Emily’s breadth and depth of knowledge as a Shakespearean scholar, actor, and adept! This is a practical book, full of rituals and exercises to give “you a way to explore the full potentials of your own spirit through the works of Shakespeare.” Don’t miss this groundbreaking book!

This book is a real gem! If you work with Shakespeare's plays, watch them or are just curious about them, So Potent Art will provide you with fascinating insight into the ancient literature and Elizabethan culture that inspired the Bard. Ms. Carding also gives us valuable critical thoughts concerning Shakespeare's use of language and meter to convey thoughts and emotions like no one else could, before or since. So Potent Art is going to be a well used reference tool for me from now on!

Emily Carding is a brilliant performer as well as quite the scholar, and she has gifted us with a fun and magical romp through the Bard with wonderful observations and activities. The synopses of the plays alone are worth the price.Get thee to this book and read it!

I am amazed at the scope and depth of this intriguing book. Shakespeare and his plays and writings are very interesting to me for many reasons. When I saw that maybe there is more to the dramas and stories than meets the eye I knew I had to read this book. Ms Carding has written a book of genius and worked Magick that I never noticed before nor knew how to identify. This book is made up of history, theory , and finally exercises that enable the reader to become an observer if not part of the play itself. This book is meant to be put into use to realize the Cabalistic and Theurgic of Shakespeare and his works. If you are interested in Shakespeare or Renaissance magic and history this book will delight you. I have watched The Curse of Oak Island for last many years on History channel and one of the theories is that Shakespeare works are what are buried in the treasure vault along with other items. There is something much more important about Shakespeare and his work than is acknowledged by modern authorities. This book and course are rewarding and amazing.

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