Review: By Rust of Nail & Prick of Thorn

By Rust of Nail & Prick of Thorn: The Theory & Practice of Effective Home Warding by Althaea Sebastiani

My rating: 5 of 5 stars


This is a brief book but absolutely chock full of useful information on warding and cleansing, all of it presented in a practical and straightforward manner. It does include some sections on theory and on helping you recognize the bad habits that may have invited things into your home, but also the whys and wherefores of how to protect yourself, both you personally and your home.

There are sections on constructing wards, charms, sigils, as well as using things you may already have in your home, how to deploy these items, and how to charge them. There are plenty of techniques here, both simple and somewhat more complex, which should allow just about anyone to find one or more to suit their purpose and personal taste.

Highly recommended. In fact, I've recommended it to several of my friends.



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