Hohman's Pow-Wows; or Long Lost Friend
eBook - ePub

Hohman's Pow-Wows; or Long Lost Friend

Historical Folk Magic and Rural Wisdom

  1. English
  2. ePUB (mobile friendly)
  3. Available on iOS & Android
eBook - ePub

Hohman's Pow-Wows; or Long Lost Friend

Historical Folk Magic and Rural Wisdom

About this book

Pow-Wows; or, The Long Lost Friend gathers centuries-old spells, blessings, and symbolic rituals intended to safeguard individuals and households from harm or misfortune.

Compiled by John George Hohman in 1820, this enduring text is a treasured collection of traditional wisdom, protective rites, and mystical practices drawn from the spiritual heritage of Pennsylvania Dutch communities. From invocations and benedictions to the crafting of talismans and written charms, Pow-Wows; or, The Long Lost Friend offers a glimpse into a living tradition of practical magic shaped by faith, folklore, and the rhythms of rural life.

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Table of contents

  1. A LITTLE WORD OF WARNING
  2. “POW-WOWING”
  3. PREFACE
  4. TESTIMONIALS
  5. APPENDIX
  6. MEDICINAL
  7. SOAP & DYES
  8. VETERINARY REMEDIES