With decades of experience, a well-honed BS meter, and a sense of humor, Patrick Dunn leads you through the tangled forest of contemporary magical practice.

Anyone interested in magic can find a flood of information online (not to mention in printed sources). Unfortunately, a lot of that information is nonsense or a scam waiting to strike. This accessible guide not only helps you discern what is and isn't useful but also provides a simple framework that anyone can use to practice magic.

Patrick Dunn shares a full syllabus of magical training, pointing out pitfalls and opportunities along the way. He teaches basic techniques and skills without dogma or pretension so you can modify them into a magical practice all your own. From meditation to tools such as gemstones and herbs, each chapter lays out the basics with as little BS as possible.

This book will help you do more than just read about magic––it'll help you do it and avoid harmful ideas in the process.