Examines in detail the interpretation of birds as auguries & omens, the mythology of birds (Roman, Greek, Celtic & Teutonic), the folklore & weather lore associated with them, their use in heraldry & falconry & their appearances in folk songs & poetry.

From antelopes to wyverns, with over fifty species in between, this book looks at the animals, birds, insects, fish - even shellfish - which have been depicted on mediaeval memorial brasses in Britain.

The authors present personal vision of what certain beasts mean to them, how they see them living and interacting with the human and divine worlds, through the medium of our cultural heritage. Their vision stems from the European Traditional Spirituality, with the natural understanding that humans are at one with Nature.

A magical tour of the mythical beasts, of faery and the otherworlds. From dragons, unicorns and faery steeds to mythical birds, sea monsters Green Men, Woodwoses, seal people and tree spirits. Our ancient ancestors believed in a plethora of mythical beasts. Many people over the centuries have claimed to have seen dragons, unicorns, mermaids and faery animals of all kinds. There are several historical accounts of encounters with dragons and even tales of unicorns being exhibited at royal courts. The last dragon described in this book is said to have been killed in West Wales as late as the 18th century.

All over the world magicians, shamans and witches work with animal powers. An animal familiar represents the species as a whole, not a wolf, but Wolf. Through this connection the shaman or witch can draw on the power of the whole species for their strength and abilities. A familiar also acts as a guide to Otherworld places, where knowledge or healing may be sought.

This book traces the magical history of the horse throughout the centuries and explores its connections with paganism, mythology, Biblical and Christian lore, folklore and fairytale, healing and superstition. Loved, feared or venerated, the horse has become integrated with human work, warfare, history and sport.

A wealth of magical animals lie at your fingertips, Yvonne gives us the magical and mythical associations, symbolism, varieties, folklore and correspondences of the animal kingdom in an easy to look up and very readable form.

We tend to think that animal communication involves them understanding what we want, but in truth, it is a two-way process. A lifetime of living with and loving animals has led Ann Walker to conclude that much communication with animals is on a mind to mind level

An invitation to embark on a journey into your personal relationship with the animal world.