Making magic(k): esential aspects of successful neo-pagan spell work

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Sonnex, C., Roe, C. A. and Roxburgh, E. 2014. Making magic(k): esential aspects of successful neo-pagan spell work.
AuthorsSonnex, C., Roe, C. A. and Roxburgh, E.
TypeConference paper
KeywordsMagic; Neo-pagans; Neo-paganism; Spells
Year2014
Conference38th Society for Psychical Research (SPR) International Annual Conference
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