Approaches mathematics using an assortment of puzzles and problems and the metaphorical structure of a maze.

Enter the magical maze of mathematics and explore the surprising passageways of a fantastical world where logic and imagination converge. For mathematics is a maze—a maze in your head—a maze of ideas, a maze of logic. And that maze in your mind is a powerful tool for understanding an even bigger maze—the one of cause and effect that we call "the universe." That is its special kind of magic. Real magic. Strange magic. Infinitely fascinating magic. Acclaimed author Ian Stewart leads you swiftly and humorously through the junctions, byways, and secret passages of the magical maze to reveal its beauty, surprise, and power. Along the way, he reveals the infinite possibilities that arise from what he calls "the two-way trade between the natural world and the human mind." If you’ve always loved mathematics, you will find endless delights in the twists and turns of The Magical Maze. If you’ve always hated mathematics, a trip through this marvelous book will do much to change your mind.

Approaches mathematics using an assortment of puzzles and problems and the metaphorical structure of a maze.

Down in the jungle, the mighty jungle, finding your way around can be hard. It’s important to choose a route carefully, because lots of hazards await: tumbling waterfalls with slippery rocks; shaky rope bridges; and of course, anacondas, and other jungle wildlife. So pick up a pen, join the daring explorers.

Witchcraft for Tomorrow answers many frequently asked questions about witchcraft including: 'How can I find a witches' coven?' and 'How can I become a witch?' Doreen Valiente tells you what the old religion of witchcraft has to offer the new age of Aquarius; how the age-old Craft of the Wise can be practised in the modern world; how to initiate yourself as a witch and found your own coven. The author, who was the leading figure in the establishment of the modern Wiccan movement, includes a new Book of Shadows (the witches' handbook of rituals and instructions) based upon ancient magical tradition but geared to the age of the future. There are witch songs, spells, incantations and practical advice on how to run a coven and how to acquire your own collection of magical implements; as well as methods of divination and other witch lore. The author shows how the oral traditions of witchcraft throw light not only upon the origins of the present-day witch cult and the activities of the witch leader George Pickingill and his covens, but also upon the mystery of the founding of the famous magical order, the Golden Dawn. Also discussed is the relationship between the witchcraft of Britain and Europe and the magical belief of the Far East. Do both traditions hark back to the legendary city of Shamballah and to the shamanistic practices of Asia? And why do the secret circles of the witches resemble those of the Tantric sex-magic of India?

Bringing together both practical experience and innovative research, 'Craft of the Wise' communicates a balance of accepted Craft methods together with a wealth of information relating to the origins, beliefs and tools of this ancient Craft.

This book reflects life- each and every one of us in our journeys as all of us inevitably end in the same place. It is our journeys, individually and those we share time and space with, along with the many souls on four legs, that define the happiness inside. It is also imperative that we find ways to help the world we live in- for those many starfish that ended on the beach, and for each of those starfish that we can throw back in the water,- well, one more life we have saved. Inevitably, it is the lives we save that actually save us- aren’t they? The fill our souls with energy..with that special feeling that we mean something that we actually are all connected but to live life with purpose- well that is ultimately the most fulfilling of all important feelings. To each of you I hope you fill those moments in the simplist of ways- giving back, and pays forward to become the power and energy that will save us all..