At Nexus Occult Books and Oddities, we pride ourselves on providing a unique and mysterious experience for all those with an affinity for the occult. Our store is home to a vast collection of books, artifacts, and oddities that cater to both seasoned practitioners and curious souls seeking knowledge and inspiration. When you first step into our store, you are immediately transported to a world of hidden secrets and enigmatic energies. Our carefully curated selection of occult books covers a wide range of topics, from witchcraft and astrology to divination and esoteric philosophies. Whether you're looking to dive into ancient rituals or explore modern spellcasting techniques, our shelves are stocked with titles that will pique your interest and expand your horizons. While books form the backbone of our store, we also offer an assortment of oddities that add an element of wonder and intrigue to your occult journey.
While books form the backbone of our store, we also offer an assortment of oddities that add an element of wonder and intrigue to your occult journey. From crystals and talismans to antique tools and artwork, our collection of artifacts holds the power to captivate and empower. Our staff is well-versed in the mystical properties of these items and can guide you in selecting the ones that resonate with your intentions and aspirations.
Monty Python and the Holy Grail – "And therefore… a witch!"
Within seconds of Monty Python and the Holy Grail (1975), one cannot help but legitimately laugh out loud. We are introduced to King Arthur (Graham Chapman) pretending to ride a horse through the English countryside, with his trusty valet Patsy (Terry Gilliam) following along as a private Foley studio creating the clatter of hooves with two halves of a coconut. In 1975, The Beatles of British comedy, Monty Python (Graham Chapman, John Cleese, Eric Idle, Terry Gilliam, Terry Jones, Michael Palin) decided that the Arthurian legends were some fertile ground for their particular brand of absurdist nonsense by way of incisive class satire. Thus, Monty Python and the Holy Grail was conceived on a break between the third and fourth series of Monty Python’s Flying Circus. Holy Grail sees King Arthur assemble the Round Table Knights before being tasked with finding the grail, by God no less.
On King Arthur’s early search for Knights, he comes upon an angry mob, attempting to burn a witch (Connie Booth) at the stake. The Knight/Magistrate, in his nonsensical musical accent, asks to take a look. When Booth’s witch gets brought to him she straightforwardly tells the Knight/Magistrate that she’s not a witch and that the mob has dressed her like one, even by forcing her to wear a false nose (that looks very much like a colour drained carrot on a string). Of course in the deranged and muddied peasant horde are the instantly recognisable faces of Idle, Cleese, Jones and co. The Knight/Magistrate inspects the nose, sees that it’s false and the mob admits to the fact that they too made her wear the hat, but that’s all – she is most definitely a witch.
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Monty Python is creating their micro version of The Crucible, playwright Arthur Miller’s metaphor for McCarthyism using the Salem witch trials. It’s challenging to describe how perfect this kind of rationalisation of witchery plays. We’re meant to accept an Arthur who doesn’t have a horse, whose been interrogated about where his valet got those coconuts? We’re meant to casually accept this mob rationalisation after Arthur casually fights off the infamous Black Knight – who after his arm is lopped off, deflects that it’s a flesh wound. It’s just another perfect calibration of penetrating and ridiculous; walking in step with layer upon layer of absurd contradiction. It’s the Python instinct to infuse these setups for hope and rationality in this satirical scenario; before they take great perverse pleasure in the ludicrous and pervert the entire line of rational questioning. The mob’s desperation for this witch hunt and exasperation at any of the questions from the Knight/Magistrate as to the validity of their prisoner’s witchy qualities continues to be hilarious. The more they’re confused by his logic, you realise that you’re pulling a similarly confounded expression. Set up for hope, NONSENSE NONSENSE NONSENSE, “And therefore. A witch!”
– Blake Howard
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But Nexus Occult Books and Oddities is more than just a store. It is a community hub where like-minded individuals can gather, share experiences, and learn from one another. We regularly host workshops, classes, and events that cover a wide range of occult practices. These sessions are conducted by knowledgeable practitioners and experts in their fields who are eager to share their wisdom and foster growth within the community. In addition to being a physical space, Nexus Occult Books and Oddities also has an online presence. Our website offers a virtual gateway into the mysterious world we inhabit, allowing you to browse our collection and make purchases from the comfort of your own home. We also provide resources and blog articles that delve deeper into various occult topics, ensuring that you have access to education and guidance wherever you may be. At Nexus, we believe that the occult is not simply a curiosity but a way of life. We strive to empower individuals on their spiritual journey and provide them with the tools and knowledge they need to tap into their own innate magic. Whether you're a seasoned practitioner or just starting out, we invite you to explore the depths of the occult with us and discover the limitless potential of the mystical arts..
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