In this authoritative study, Janet and Stewart Farrar discuss the principles underlying all spells and explain why a successful spell is usually composed of three elements intent, visualization, and will-power. Careful at all times to observe basic rules of responsibility -- that a spell should never intend anyone harm or manipulate anyone against their will -- this is comprehensive guide to ways of effective spell-casting. The book covers ail aspects of spell-making-- including psychic self-defense, sex magic, cabalistic magic, an talismans. There is a generous anthology of actual spells worldwide, past and present, drawn from history, literature folklore, old grimoires, and from the 20 years experience of the authors. Spells of love, healing, weather, and binding combine in this unique addition to the literature on magical working. This authoritative study discusses the principles underlying all spells and explains why a successful spell is composed of three elements---intent, visualization and will-power. Spells should not harm or manipulate, but can be used in sex magic, for psychic self-defense, for cabalistic magic. Contains a generous anthology of actual spells used worldwide.