Roots Branches and Spirits Book by H. Byron Ballard – Appalachian Folk Magic and Witchcraft Guide

Roots, Branches & Spirits: The Folkways & Witchery of Appalachia

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Roots, Branches & Spirits by H. Byron Ballard is a heartfelt exploration of Appalachian folk magic, blending ancestral wisdom, herbal remedies, and mountain spirituality. With storytelling warmth and deep insight, Asheville’s “Village Witch” invites readers to reconnect with earth-based traditions and the sacred magic rooted in nature.


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Roots, Branches & Spirits by H. Byron Ballard is a beautifully written journey into the heart of Appalachian folk magic. Ballard, known as Asheville’s “Village Witch,” shares stories, remedies, and practices that grew from the mountains themselves, passed down through generations of wise women, healers, and root workers.

This book feels like sitting on a front porch in the soft light of dusk, listening to old stories about protection charms, herbal cures, and the spirits that guard the hills. Ballard’s writing is both intimate and powerful, offering insight into a living tradition that honors the ancestors, the elements, and the sacred rhythms of nature.

Roots, Branches & Spirits is more than a history of Appalachian witchcraft—it’s an invitation to remember where your magic comes from. For those drawn to the earth, to folk ways, and to the power that rises from deep roots, this book is a timeless and grounding companion.

Details:

  • Author: H. Byron Ballard
  • Foreword by Alex Bledsoe
  • Paperback, 240 pages
  • Publisher: Llewellyn Publications
  • Dimensions: 6” x 0.7” x 9”
  • Weight: 14.4 oz
  • ISBN: 978-0738763408