Front cover of Tales of the Dark Feminine by V. Castro, hardback

Tales of the Dark Feminine : TALES OF THE DARK FEMININE�Inspirational Stories of the World's Fiercest Goddesses� - V. Castro

V. Castro

£19.99
  • Pages · 224 pages
  • Publication Date · 07/10/2025
  • Genre · Myth & legend told as fiction
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Dark goddess energy is powerful and transformative, embodying�the sensual, the hunter, the warrior, the mother, and even the grotesque and horrific. These 26 tales of powerful female goddesses and spirits will entrance those daring enough to explore the shadows of the human psyche, offering lessons from our ancient origins and help us understand ourselves in today's world. Embrace your own inner darkness alongside these fierce deities and spirits, such as:The fierce Indian goddess Kali, who teaches not to fear endings but instead use our creativity to remove obstacles and carve out�our own path.�The mighty Yoruba orisha Yemaya, who birthed the waters of the whole planet, and teaches of the need to nurture and love oneself. The ravenous Egyptian goddess Sekhmet, who is the very definition of "I am woman, hear me roar!"The occult Greek goddess Hecate, beloved of modern witches, who offers a stunning portrayal of femininity manifesting in magic.�And many more! The retold legends are accompanied by information about the goddess's history, symbols and core energy. This stunning volume is perfect for those who love fantasy and horror and all who wish to learn about the powerful female archetypes in cultures around the world.

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