Witchcraft in the Ozarks: Granny Women, Hidden Covens and the Ancient Power of the Hills

Witchcraft in the Ozarks: Granny Women, Hidden Covens, and the Ancient Power of the HillsDeep in the mist-shrouded hollows and ancient limestone bluffs of the Ozarks, an unbroken current of folk magic pulses beneath everyday life. This book pulls back the veil on the living traditions of Granny Women - those revered (and sometimes feared) healers, midwives, and cunning folk who stopped blood with whispered Bible verses, brewed yarb remedies under the moon, and warded homes with jar spells and crossroads rituals.
From the kitchen witchery disguised as simple household routines to hidden covens gathering by firelight in remote hollers, discover the raw, grounded power of Ozark craft. Blending European cunning-folk roots, African American rootwork, Native sacred geography, and unique local lore, the pages explore protective charms, weather magic, hag-riding, the infamous "howling curse, " standing stones, werewolf manifestations, and demonic possession tales passed through generations.
For Eureka Springs visitors and local residents: Next time you stroll past the historic springs, wander the winding trails of the surrounding hills, or feel that electric hush in a Newton County hollow, remember - the land remembers. These very ridges and caves hold the ancient power where granny women once worked their arts, where the veil thins between worlds. Whether you're a curious tourist drawn to the town's mystical vibe, a longtime Ozarker seeking your heritage, or a seeker exploring the paranormal side of the hills, this book connects you directly to the living magic under your feet.
Drawing from years of fieldwork, family stories, personal encounters (including ultra-terrestrial experiences in these same hollows), and extensive research, F. K. Sterling delivers neither romantic fantasy nor sanitized folklore, but an authentic, 25-chapter exploration of Ozark witchcraft that still thrives today. Perfect for fans of Vance Randolph, alternative history, and regional occult traditions.