Lora O'Brien's books are always interesting and generally worth the read for anyone interested in Irish Paganism and Spirituality. While it is veryLora O'Brien's books are always interesting and generally worth the read for anyone interested in Irish Paganism and Spirituality. While it is very much the path of one individual, she has rooted her beliefs and her observations in the rich heritage of her homeland, its deities and folk practices, making her writing of interest to a wide audience.
Not being a wiccan myself I do tend to steer clear of a lot of modern "Pagan" literature but would have no hesitation in recommending A practical Guide to anyone looking to connect with the Irish ways. It is - as it claims - a practical guide, filled with ideas on how to discover where and how you belong, and challenging the reader to supply their own answers rather than slavishly follow a set of rules. I enjoyed it, and think others would too. ...more