cover image Silver Wheel: The Lost Teachings of the Deerskin Book

Silver Wheel: The Lost Teachings of the Deerskin Book

Elen Tompkins. Head of Zeus, $26.95 (368p) ISBN 978-1-78497-269-1

Shaman and reiki healer Tompkins uses her knowledge and experience from a personal journey to an ancient forest in Wales to draw readers into an understanding of the legends surrounding the Elven people and the mythical ancient land of Lemuria. While on her pilgrimage, Tompkins allegedly discovered the Deerskin Book, crafted by the ancient Elves. Tompkins creatively weaves together stories of her time in the forest with lessons from the Deerskin Book to show how someone on a spiritual journey can benefit from its teachings. Those teachings relate to themes such as feeling connected with one another and the elements of the earth, understanding one’s own destiny and calling, and appreciating the value of a peaceful heart. Throughout the book, her beautifully written and descriptive imagery gives a sense of actually experiencing the forest and rituals of ancient Lemuria with the author. For those with belief in Elven powers and willing to learn, this book will be a welcome invitation to metamorphosis. [em](Nov.) [/em]