Forgotten Witches

Dark & Twisted Folklore Stories
from Around the World

A beautifully presented hardcover collection of folklore stories of legendary and historical witches from all over the world, with over 80 stunning, spooky illustrations. The perfect gift for the witchy people in your life.

A journey through the moonlit night

We invite you on a journey where every shadow tells a tale of witchcraft, persecution and persistence. In this beautifully illustrated volume, discover witches real and legendary, who once cursed, inspired, helped or empowered their communities, but who are now largely forgotten.

More than 80 stunning, spooky illustrations

The Book of Forgotten Witches introduces ten different categories of witches, from curse-bringers, shape-shifters and survivors to revenants, nature witches and fate-turners. Most, but far from all, are women, and their stories come from across the world.

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  • Benandanti – the “Good Walkers” of the Spirit World

    Benandanti – the “Good Walkers” of the Spirit World

    The benandanti were witches in the eyes of the Church, but the inhabitants of Italy’s Friuli province regarded them as healers and guardians. Four times a year they entered a cataleptic state and left their bodies in the form of spirits to protect the harvest.

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  • On Witches and Witchcraft

    On Witches and Witchcraft

    There have been many attempts – usually by people in power – to quash our fascination with witches, but all have failed. Witchcraft is all around us, from the pages of novels to films to song lyrics, not to mention the growing number of practising witches.

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  • Stories from a Hidden Witches’ Library

    Stories from a Hidden Witches’ Library

    While The Book of Forgotten Witches focuses on the wisdom of folk traditions, it also has two other layers. The narrator, the Keeper of a hidden witches’ library, tells us about the mysteries of the tarot and alchemy. Then, at the end of each chapter, there’s a short story that allows for deeper reflection on…

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About the authors

Balázs Tátrai

Balázs Tátrai is a writer of unusual stories, rooted in folklore and branching out into the unexpected. His passion is the study of alchemy and 17th century iconography. Find out more at balazstatrai.com

Lilla Bölecz

Lilla Bölecz is a visual artist specializing in book illustration, graphic art, dollmaking and pattern design. Her work is inspired by mysticism, spiritual experiences, folklore and literature. Find out more at lillabolecz.com