Tribal & Ethnic Books


The Way of the ShamanThe Way of the Shaman
Best Price: $7.44
Michael Harner is a pioneer in revitalizing the teachings of Shamanism in North America. This...
Of Water and the Spirit: Ritual, Magic and Initiation in the Life of an African Shaman (Arkana)Of Water and the Spirit: Ritual, Magic and Initiation in the Life of an African Shaman (Arkana)
Best Price: $8.70
Patrice Some's fascinating account of his life, against the backdrop of his native culture (the...
An Illustrated Dictionary of the Gods and Symbols of Ancient Mexico and the MayaAn Illustrated Dictionary of the Gods and Symbols of Ancient Mexico and the Maya
Best Price: $11.90
I enjoyed looking through this "dictionary," but I hope it is revised with separate...
The Serpent and the Rainbow: A Harvard Scientist's Astonishing Journey into the Secret Societies of Haitian Voodoo, Zombis, and MagicThe Serpent and the Rainbow: A Harvard Scientist's Astonishing Journey into the Secret Societies of Haitian Voodoo, Zombis, and Magic
Best Price: $7.95
Wade Davis has written a remarkable book here. Although he went to Haiti on a scientific...
The Kebra Negast: The Lost Bible of Rastafarian Wisdom and Faith from Ethiopia and JamaicaThe Kebra Negast: The Lost Bible of Rastafarian Wisdom and Faith from Ethiopia and Jamaica
Best Price: $12.84
Good read. Explains the Rasta tradition, where it comes from, how it ties into Christianity and...


The Spirit of Intimacy: Ancient African Teachings in the Ways of RelationshipsThe Spirit of Intimacy: Ancient African Teachings in the Ways of Relationships
Best Price: $7.41
When I was a young girl, I wanted to be a missionary to Africa. Now I find myself in the...
Secrets of VoodooSecrets of Voodoo
Best Price: $8.92
As an aspiring author myself, I purchased this book to use as reference. I was pleasantly...
Our Troth: History and LoreOur Troth: History and Lore
Best Price: $25.99
This is a highly recommended book for those who are interested in Norse/Viking Mythology and...
Jambalaya: The Natural Woman's Book of Personal Charms and Practical RitualsJambalaya: The Natural Woman's Book of Personal Charms and Practical Rituals
Best Price: $4.84
This book is one of the best I've read, of it's type. I've enjoyed it very much. The transaction...
One Church, Many Tribes : Following Jesus the Way God Made YouOne Church, Many Tribes : Following Jesus the Way God Made You
Best Price: $8.00
When my family moved to Kentucky in 2000, I never expected it would take eighteen months to find...


Tell My Horse : Voodoo and Life in Haiti and JamaicaTell My Horse : Voodoo and Life in Haiti and Jamaica
Best Price: $5.99
This book is recommended by almost every Vodouisant I know, and with good reason. Zora gives a...
The RastafariansThe Rastafarians
Best Price: $4.50
I found this book to be a very interesting and informative book about the history of the slaves...
BruchkoBruchko
Best Price: $3.65
27 years ago my English teacher at a private international boarding school in Malaysia read this...
Dreamkeepers: A Spirit-Journey into Aboriginal AustraliaDreamkeepers: A Spirit-Journey into Aboriginal Australia
Best Price: $11.38
One of the best i've read recently, so much so I was almost sorry to reach the end. Arden spins...
A History of Ancient Israel and Judah, Second EditionA History of Ancient Israel and Judah, Second Edition
Best Price: $27.71
Wow, this book is a nearly worthless except for that at least the authors acknowledge that the...

Bonewits's Essential Guide to DruidismBonewits's Essential Guide to Druidism
Best Price: $8.21
This book contains a wealth of information for beginning Druids or those interested in finding...
Northern Magic: Rune Mysteries and Shamanism (Llewellyn's World Magic Series)Northern Magic: Rune Mysteries and Shamanism (Llewellyn's World Magic Series)
Best Price: $7.89
A few people gave trashy reviews of this fine book.The bottom line is that no one can say for...
From the Maccabees to the Mishnah, Second EditionFrom the Maccabees to the Mishnah, Second Edition
Best Price: $18.86
If a history of the Jewish polity from about 167 BCE to 70 CE is part of what you are looking...
Santeria: the Religion: Faith, Rites, Magic (World Religion and Magic)Santeria: the Religion: Faith, Rites, Magic (World Religion and Magic)
Best Price: $6.99
I am an Olorisa (priest/Santero) with over 29 years of training and experience. Based on my...
Fools Crow: Wisdom and PowerFools Crow: Wisdom and Power
The book arrived well within the promised delivery date. And the condition of the product...

Long Life, Honey in the HeartLong Life, Honey in the Heart
Best Price: $10.12
Prechtel's prose is beautiful but this is difficult to get your teeth into. If you can persist...
Finding Soul on the Path of Orisa: A West African Spiritual TraditionFinding Soul on the Path of Orisa: A West African Spiritual Tradition
Best Price: $7.53
I have been an Orisha worshipper since 1993 and I was lead to the faith by Oshun (Goddess of...
African Religions & Philosophy (African Writers)African Religions & Philosophy (African Writers)
Best Price: $17.89
John Mbiti's volume, African Religions and Philosophy, is a classic in the study of African...
The Handbook of Yoruba Religious ConceptsThe Handbook of Yoruba Religious Concepts
Best Price: $8.84
The Handbook of Yoruba Religion Concepts, by Baba Ifa Karade is a good source of information...
By Oak, Ash, & Thorn: Modern Celtic Shamanism (Llewellyn's Celtic Wisdom)By Oak, Ash, & Thorn: Modern Celtic Shamanism (Llewellyn's Celtic Wisdom)
Best Price: $3.09
I am always astounded when someone criticizes a Wiccan writer for being a Wiccan writer as a...

Ecstasy Through Tantra (Llewellyns Tantra and Sexual Arts Series)Ecstasy Through Tantra (Llewellyns Tantra and Sexual Arts Series)
Best Price: $4.56
It is extremely rare that a work such as this graces the shelves of the book stores. Swami...
African Religions: Symbol, Ritual, and Community (2nd Edition)African Religions: Symbol, Ritual, and Community (2nd Edition)
Best Price: $45.77
In this text Ray discusses the myths and ritual beliefs behind various native African religions....
The Dream of the EarthThe Dream of the Earth
Best Price: $40.28
The change in consciousness that is needed for the human race to achieve the nobility and wisdom...
The Dancing Healers: A Doctor's Journey of Healing with Native AmericansThe Dancing Healers: A Doctor's Journey of Healing with Native Americans
Best Price: $4.98
This is a great read for anyone in the helping professions. I am a Social Worker, and I enjoyed...
The Osha: Secrets of the Yoruba-Lucumi-Santeria Religion in the United States and the Americas : Initiation, Rituals, Ceremonies, Orishas, Divination, Plants, sThe Osha: Secrets of the Yoruba-Lucumi-Santeria Religion in the United States and the Americas : Initiation, Rituals, Ceremonies, Orishas, Divination, Plants, s
Best Price: $34.75
What a wonderful Book to start out with when you are new to the religion!

Travels in a Stone Canoe: The Return to the WisdomkeepersTravels in a Stone Canoe: The Return to the Wisdomkeepers
Best Price: $27.50
This book is a must read for anyone who has read any of the works by Harvey Arden and/or Steve...
The Way of the Elders: West African Spirituality & TraditionThe Way of the Elders: West African Spirituality & Tradition
Best Price: $2.94
please pay no mind to kaioatey's comments. The book is meant to discuss the spiritual aspect of...
The Hopi Survival Kit: The Prophecies, Instructions and Warnings Revealed by the Last EldersThe Hopi Survival Kit: The Prophecies, Instructions and Warnings Revealed by the Last Elders
Best Price: $5.45
The Hopi Survival Kit - Chapter 6 - Prophecies Past and Present - Page 207/ 208. Hopi Elders...
The Land Looks After Us: A History of Native American ReligionThe Land Looks After Us: A History of Native American Religion
Best Price: $6.95
Native Americans practice some of America's most spiritually profound, historically resilient,...
Rastafari: Roots and Ideology (Utopianism and Communitarianism)Rastafari: Roots and Ideology (Utopianism and Communitarianism)
Best Price: $4.00
THIS BOOK IS A VERY DETAILED LOOK INTO THE LIFE OF RASTAFRIANISM. AT TIMES IT SEEMS TO DRAG ALOT...

Recreating Africa: Culture, Kinship, and Religion in the African-Portuguese World, 1441-1770Recreating Africa: Culture, Kinship, and Religion in the African-Portuguese World, 1441-1770
Best Price: $19.76
The ubject of the slave trade has been written about before but this bookcovers the more...
Popol Vuh: The Sacred Book of the Maya : The Great Classic of Central American Spirituality, Translated fromthe Original Maya TextPopol Vuh: The Sacred Book of the Maya : The Great Classic of Central American Spirituality, Translated fromthe Original Maya Text
Best Price: $15.00
I agree with the last review. This is the best version of the Popol Vuh to date. Tedlock's is...
Voices of Our AncestorsVoices of Our Ancestors
Best Price: $5.99
Almost like being in class, around the sacred fire. hearing the wisdom of my indigenous ancestors.
Lords of the Earth (International Adventures) (International Adventures)Lords of the Earth (International Adventures) (International Adventures)
Best Price: $8.15
I bought this book for my mom. She's a big fan of missionary stories and she loved this one! I...
Santeria: African Spirits in AmericaSanteria: African Spirits in America
Best Price: $6.00
I am somewhat indifferent to this book. I bought it a couple of years ago and have read it a few...

Sowing Justice, Reaping Peace: Case Studies of Racial, Religious, and Ethnic Healing Around the WorldSowing Justice, Reaping Peace: Case Studies of Racial, Religious, and Ethnic Healing Around the World
Best Price: $22.45
This book talks about the different conflicts in history that have been a challenge to peace....
A History of Christianity in Africa: From Antiquity to the PresentA History of Christianity in Africa: From Antiquity to the Present
Best Price: $21.57
Isichei conveys one of the most dramatic stories of recent history. It is a gigantic tale of...
The Diloggun: The Orishas, Proverbs, Sacrifices, and Prohibitions of Cuban SanteriaThe Diloggun: The Orishas, Proverbs, Sacrifices, and Prohibitions of Cuban Santeria
Best Price: $26.37
this book is a very good book to learn and understand the religion of santeria , for those who...
The First Rasta: Leonard Howell and the Rise of RastafarianismThe First Rasta: Leonard Howell and the Rise of Rastafarianism
Best Price: $10.30
I expected more from someone with Helen Lee's experience in Journalism. The book gives little...
Santeria: The Beliefs And Rituals Of A Growing Religion In America.Santeria: The Beliefs And Rituals Of A Growing Religion In America.
Best Price: $10.84
Santeria; The beliefs and rituals of a growing religion in America, by Miguel A. De La Torre. ...

Dramas, Fields, and Metaphors: Symbolic Action in Human Society (Symbol, Myth, and Ritual Series)Dramas, Fields, and Metaphors: Symbolic Action in Human Society (Symbol, Myth, and Ritual Series)
Best Price: $16.96
One of more important anthropologists from twenty century. Turner look for understood the...
Sixteen CowriesSixteen Cowries
Best Price: $40.00
A really great book but a bit hard to read at times. It gives the reader a solid idea from where...
The Holy PibyThe Holy Piby
Best Price: $6.79
I found the Holy Piby interesting and very different from anything I had ever read. I have a...
Leyendas de la Santer?a: PatakiLeyendas de la Santer?a: Pataki
Best Price: $5.75
I was very happy when i found this book available here on Amazon, i had looked all over for it...
Oshun: Santeria and Orisha of Love and SensualityOshun: Santeria and Orisha of Love and Sensuality
Best Price: $4.77
It was OKAY. Did I feel really connected and understand? No. The information was...

Hammer of the Gods: Anglo-Saxon Paganism in Modern TimesHammer of the Gods: Anglo-Saxon Paganism in Modern Times
Best Price: $19.99
"Hammer of the Gods" deals in detail, on a beginner's level, with Anglo-Saxon heathen...
A History of Pagan EuropeA History of Pagan Europe
Best Price: $13.00
I've read this book three times over the past few years. The first was because I wanted to...
Understanding Folk Religion: A Christian Response to Popular Beliefs and PracticesUnderstanding Folk Religion: A Christian Response to Popular Beliefs and Practices
Best Price: $18.07
This is an excellent book to give an understanding of different worldviews. Particularly useful...
Voodoo and Hoodoo: The Craft as Revealed by Traditional PractionersVoodoo and Hoodoo: The Craft as Revealed by Traditional Practioners
I like this book, it was easy to understand and I think Jim Haskins did a good job with the...
Black Elk Speaks: Being the Life Story of a Holy Man of the Oglala Sioux, Twenty-First Century EditionBlack Elk Speaks: Being the Life Story of a Holy Man of the Oglala Sioux, Twenty-First Century Edition
Best Price: $3.25
I personally didn't mind the interpretation of a white man (Neidhart) translating Black Elk's...

Sacred Possessions: Voodoo, Santeria, Obeah, and the CaribbeanSacred Possessions: Voodoo, Santeria, Obeah, and the Caribbean
Best Price: $21.56
I'm an anthropology, but before being anthropology i'm an obeahman. I was initiate in Obeah in...
Ifa Divination: Communication Between Gods and Men in West Africa (Midland Book, Mb 638)Ifa Divination: Communication Between Gods and Men in West Africa (Midland Book, Mb 638)
Best Price: $29.95
It is a indispensable adquisition for any babalawo or If? religion lover. Bascom has made a deep...
   
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