When you think of a witch, what do you imagine? An old woman in a pointy black hat on a broom? In reality, witches have been with us for millennia. This book is an intelligent exploration into the fascination that the world of witches has on us and its relevance in today's world. From the idea of the femme fatale allying with the devil to the fascinating archetypes of the sorceress in pop culture in Sabrina or Harry Potter; From the women of fairy tales to the rise of contemporary witchcraft, witches reflect the power and potential of women.

In Awakening the Witch the author traces her own journey on the path of witchcraft and explains how her immersion has helped her empower herself and find a deeper purpose. This book is a hymn to witches of the past, present and future, revealing the fundamental role they have played - and will continue to play - in the world.