🔮 1. The Element Encyclopedia of Witchcraft by Judika Illes
This is the most common modern reference for practitioners and those interested in the "magical" side of the craft. Modern witchcraft, folklore, and practical magic. Encyclopedia of Witchcraft
Widely available at HarperCollins and major retailers. 🔮 1
Celebratory and inclusive. It explores "mythic witches" and "sacred goddesses" rather than just the history of persecution. Encyclopedia of Witchcraft
This is the gold standard for academic and historical research.
A massive A–Z guide (over 800 pages) covering spells, rituals, deities, and the mythology of witches from a global perspective.
Encyclopedia of Witchcraft: The Western Tradition [4 volumes]