People of the Earth: The New Pagans Speak Out

Features

• Cover Type: Paperback with 402 pages
• Published by: Inner Traditions October 1995
• Written in: English
• ISBN 10 Number: 0892815590
• ISBN 13 Number: 978-0892815593
• Book Dimensions: 9.2 x 6.2 x 1 inches
• Weighs: 1.4 pounds

Product Review
The collection is refreshingly unlike other spiritual self-discovery books because it is not a how-to, but instead an oral documentation of actual practice, thus providing an extremely valuable historiography of paganism. -- Small Press

This is the first title to combine the author's personal experiences as a Pagan and Druid with interviews with modern pagans, and presents some unusual and absorbing dialogues which address society's influence on Paganism. Pagan leaders here describe their beliefs and the sentiments of Paganism which dominate their lives. -- Midwest Book Review

Product Description
Who are the new Pagans, and what do they stand for? From Margot Adler, an NPR reporter and author of Drawing Down the Moon, to Oberon Zell, founder of the Church of All Worlds, the people interviewed in this book express the rich diversity of modern Paganism. Ellen Evert Hopman draws on her own experience as a Pagan and Druid and on extensive research to describe the origins and activities of modern Paganism. The authors examine the influence of Paganism on society-and society's influence on Paganism-with particular attention to how Pagans address such issues as childrearing, organized religion, and politics. People of the Earth unites many Pagan voices in a panoramic view of one of today's most dynamic spiritual movements.

People of the Earth is the first book to provide a forum in which a variety of Pagan leaders and teachers describe in their own words their beliefs and practices.

After centuries of suppression, Pagan traditions are re-entering the mainstream, as many people rediscover ancient philosophies that honor the environment and the spiritual power of each individual.

Reader Reviews
I'm often asked by seekers what books they should read or where they should start. I always list "The Spiral Dance," "Drawing Down the Moon," "Wicca for the Solitary Practitioner" and other books to get them started. I will definitely be adding this detailed book to my list, and I think it's as good or better than "Drawing Down the Moon" for comparing the various Pagan paths. Whether you're a complete novice or an elder, you'll enjoy reading these interviews from across the spectrum, getting the scoop straight from the horse's mouth on each tradition. My only minor complaint is that since similar questions were asked of each interviewee, the book does get a bit repetitave and is best read over several days or weeks. It's a great reference, however, and all Pagans should own a copy.