Beginners, "baby witches," and writers looking for inspiration for magic systems.
Encyclopedia of Witchcraft: The Western Tradition [4 volumes] Encyclopedia of Witchcraft
A massive A–Z guide (over 800 pages) covering spells, rituals, deities, and the mythology of witches from a global perspective. Encyclopedia of Witchcraft
📜 2. Encyclopedia of Witchcraft: The Western Tradition (Ed. Richard Golden) Encyclopedia of Witchcraft
This is the gold standard for academic and historical research.
Widely available at HarperCollins and major retailers.