MBR: The Metaphysical Studies Shelf
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Beneath the Pyramids
Andrew Collns
4th Dimension Press
215th 67th Street, Virginia Beach, VA 23451-2061
9780876045718, $18.95
The Egyptian pyramids are to this day filled with mystery. "Beneath
the Pyramids: Egypt's Greatest Secret Uncovered" discusses these
Egyptian ruins through the eyes of Andrew Collins, as he recalls his
own personal journeys through the pyramids, telling his story of
discovering hidden passages in the structures himself. Endlessly
fascinating, "Beneath the Pyramids" is a top pick and very highly
recommended read for students of Egyptian metaphysical lore and
history.
Gateway to the Heavens
KL French
YGB Publishing
c/o Smith Publicity
1930 E. Marlton, Suite I-46, Cherry Hill, NJ 08003
9780955725609, $25.00, www.ygbpublishing.com
Some of the truths of life are much more simple than one thinks.
"Gateway to the Heavens: How Simple Shapes Mold Reality and the Fabric
of Your Being" discusses geometry and the nature of the universe.
Stating that shapes have more meaning than meets the eye, KL French
explores this concept thoroughly in what is sure to be a highly
entertaining and intriguing read for metaphysical readers. "Gateway to
the Heavens" is a worthy addition to any collection catering to those
readers.
Werewolves
Dr. Bob Curran
New Page
Box 687, Franklin Lakes, NJ 07417
9781601630896, $14.99 www.newpagebooks.com
WEREWOLVES: A FIELD GUIDE TO SHAPESHIFTERS, LYCANTHROPES, AND MAN-
BEASTS is for any library strong in supernatural and mythological
titles: it provides an examination of the psychological roots of
werewolf belief, offering an analysis of werewolves that adds
discussions of feral children and even genetic engineering potentials.
It moves far beyond the usual mythical approach and thus deserves a
place in any collection strong in supernatural or mythological
discussions.
The 2012 Story
John Major Jenkins
Tarcher/Penguin
375 Hudson St., New York NY 10014-3658
9781585427666, $25.95 www.penguin.com
THE 2012 STORY: THE MYTHS, FALLACIES, AND TRUTH BEHIND THE MOST
INTRIGUING DATE IN HISTORY provides a fine survey of all the 2012
myths and legends and is a fine pick for any who have paid only
cursory attention to the fanfare around the Mayan calendar's 'end
date'. It comes from a veteran scholar of Maya studies who here
dispels common 2012 myths and is a pick any new age library will
relish.
Memories of the Afterlife
Michael Newton, Ph.D., Editor
Llewellyn Publications
2143 Wooddale Drive, Woodbury, MN 55125-2989
9780738715278, $17.95 www.llewellyn.com
MEMORIES OF THE AFTERLIFE: LIFE BETWEEN LIVES provides stories of
transformation and case studies by members of the Newton Institute,
and is a pick for any new age and spirituality library strong in
reincarnation and mind/body connections. It provides true accounts
from around the world based on hypotherapists certified by the Newton
Institute, and covers memories of the afterlife and the spiritual
journeys that ensued. Any new age library needs this.
The Great Shift
Martine Vallee, Editor
Red Wheel/Weiser
500 - 3rd St. #230, San Francisco, CA 94107
9781578634576, $18.95 www.redwheelweiser.com
THE GREAT SHIFT: CO-CREATING A NEW WORLD FOR 2012 AND BEYOND provides
a powerful survey gathering details on a coming shift in our world
leading up to the year 2012. It explains possibilities of peace and
awakening spirituality in a conflicted world, and provides a survey of
spiritual intent and its link with DNA fields within the body. New age
collections will welcome this.
The Intuitive Way
Penny Peirce
Atria/Beyond Words
1230 Avenue of Americas, New York NY 10020
9781582702407, $18.99 www.beyondword.com
THE INTUITIVE WAY: THE DEFINING GUIDE TO INCREASING YOUR AWARENESS is
a powerful hands-on workbook on intuition development, outlining a ten-
step course that shows readers how to access intuitive powers. It
provides affirmations, experiential exercises and discussions of
synchronicity and good luck, positive thinking and more, and covers
even more than its first release. Highly recommended for any new age
library and many a general lending collection.
The Invisible History of the Rosicrucians
Tobias Churton
Inner Traditions
One Park St., Rochester, VT 05767
9781594772559, $24.95 www.innertraditions.com
The Invisible History of the Rosicrucians provides a fine history of
secret societies and presents the first definitive, in-depth survey of
these societies from their German origins in 1603 to their philosophy
and development, including coverage of individuals who influenced the
movement. The Rosicrucians shaped the spiritual consciousness of both
North and South America, and this documents their lives and
contributions.
Picture Yourself Capturing Ghosts on Film
Christopher Balzano
Course Technology
20 Channel Center St, Boston, MA 02210
1435454839, $24.99 www.courseptr.com
Picture Yourself Capturing Ghosts on Film is a recommendation for any
general-interest lending library where patrons are interested in
ghosts. It provides unusual step-by-step instruction for documenting
the paranormal with photos and videos, showing how to evaluate images
and share them and including a DVD to show how trained ghost hunters
gather evidence. A fun, interesting and unusual approach.
The Essenes
Stuart Wilson & Joanna Prentis
Ozark Mountain Publishers
PO Box 754, Huntsville, AR 72740
1886940878, $15.50, www.ozarkmt.com
Understanding the life of Jesus is what every Christian truly seeks to
do. "The Essenes, Children of the Light" discusses the life of Jesus
and seeks enlightenment through the use of past life regression and
knowledge of the Essenes. Of strong interest for Christian
metaphysical enthusiasts, "The Essenes" should be heavily considered.
The Witches' Alamanac Spring 2010 - Spring 2011
Witches' Almanac Ltd.
PO Box 1292, Newport, RI 02840-9998
Red Wheel, Weiser, Conari (distributor)
65 Parker Street, Suite 7, Newburyport, MA 01950
9780977370375, $11.95, www.redwheelweiser.com
Even if you don't believe in Wicca, the wisdom of witches is still
useful. "The Witches' Almanac Spring 2010 - Spring 2011" is another
edition of the famed series, filled cover to cover with articles of
interest, giving outlooks for horoscopes, and packed with recipes and
other fascinating information. "The Witches' Almanac" is an ideal
choice for any would be witch who wants insight into a little magic of
their own.
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