For those interested in the Féri tradition of witchcraft, a blend of poetry, ritual, and esoteric practices, the following books provide foundational insights, practical guidance, and interpretive perspectives.
Foundational Texts by the Founders
Thorns of the Blood Rose by Victor Anderson — A collection of Anderson’s poetry, which plays a key role in Feri rituals and liturgies
Lilith’s Garden by Victor Anderson — Companion to Thorns of the Blood Rose, containing additional liturgical and ritual poetry
Fifty Years in the Feri Tradition by Cora Anderson — Reflections on the Feri tradition and community from one of its originators
The Heart of the Initiate: Feri Lessons by Victor & Cora Anderson — Guides students through various aspects of Feri practice, including ritual and meditation
Etheric Anatomy: The Three Selves and Astral Travel by Victor Anderson — Explores the psychic and spiritual framework important to Feri magick
Recommended by Contemporary Practitioners
Evolutionary Witchcraft by T. Thorn Coyle — A training manual adapting Feri principles for broader pagan audiences, offering exercises, lore, and poetry
Kissing the Limitless by T. Thorn Coyle — Continues the Evolutionary Witchcraft curriculum, suitable for personal practice and spiritual development
The White Wand by Anaar — Explores the artistic and mystical dimensions of the Feri tradition through reflective prose and poetry
Betwixt & Between: Exploring the Faery Tradition of Witchcraft by Storm Faerywolf — Introduces the cosmology, magical principles, and experiential emphasis of Feri
Songs for the Old Religion by Gwydion Pendderwen — Offers ritual songs and poetry that influenced the formation of the Feri liturgy
Supplementary & Inspirational Works
Art & Fear by David Bayles and Ted Orland — A book on creativity that aligns with Feri’s emphasis on oneiric and artistic inspiration as magickal practice
Mastering Witchcraft by Paul Huson — Provides general witchcraft context useful for approaching Feri magick with foundational knowledge
The White Goddess by Robert Graves — Explores mythopoetic and archetypal themes relevant to Feri cosmology
Promethea by Alan Moore — A graphic novel that conveys Western esoteric concepts imaginatively and offers a gateway into Feri-style mythic consciousness
My Life With the Spirits by Lon Milo DuQuette — Introduces readers to practical and humorous aspects of working with spirits, echoing advanced Feri practices
Online Resources & Community References
Feri Tradition website — Provides articles, historical context, and guidance for practitioners at various stages: feritradition.com
Spiral Dance by Starhawk — While not strictly Feri, it includes some Feri concepts such as the Iron and Pearl Pentagram and the three souls, useful for background understanding