Nocturnum Belonging to the Night : Recipes, Rituals, and Reflections for Modern Mystics

Enter the midnight realm of ritual and reflection with this book on exploring the magic of the night. Discover a realm where darkness is not to be feared but is embraced as a wellspring of magic and possibility. In Nocturnum: Belonging to the Night, acclaimed artist and author Monica Bodirsky invites readers to explore the transformative power of darkness through recipes, rituals, and reflections that reveal the beauty of the nocturnal realm. From ancestral veneration and coven work to divination, spell craft, and dream magic, Bodirsky guides practitioners on a journey that is both deeply personal and rooted in collective tradition. With her trademark blend of lived experience, practical instruction, and evocative storytelling, she illuminates how night can serve as sanctuary, teacher, and source of magical inspiration. This practical yet lyrical grimoire explores spell craft, divination, spiritual hygiene, shadow work, and dark apothecary traditions, while offering guidance on working with ancestors, magical plants, and spirit allies. Readers will find accessible entry points for beginners alongside layered wisdom for seasoned practitioners. Accompanied by Bodirsky’s evocative paintings, Nocturnum opens the door to moonlit rituals, shadowed groves, and the timeless wisdom of the night.