In Search of the New Forest Coven

Set in 1954, this book reveals Gerald Gardner's assertion that witches are not merely relics of history. Gardner, a retired civil servant, shares his personal experience of being initiated into a witch coven in the New Forest, Hampshire, in 1939. His revelations challenge conventional perceptions of witchcraft, suggesting a living tradition that continues to exist. The narrative explores themes of belief, secrecy, and the intersection of folklore with modern spirituality.