Anna Riva – Just a Bit of Black Magic
Anna Riva was the pen name of a well-known Witch, author on various magical topics, and manufacturer of a plethora of magical supplies. She immersed herself in her craft and is probably most well-known for her hoodoo condition oils and little chapbooks on various magical topics. Her books, although short in page count, seem to contain more information than most books on comparable subjects published today! I recently picked up a copy of her book The Modern Herbal Spellbook, originally published in 1974. Skimming through the pages, we see several examples of magic crafted by use of various aqueous concoctions. Although the intent of these concoctions may be questionable to some, it is refreshing to see magic being used for things other than self-love or blessing! It just goes to show that there really is two sides to everything.
To cause death by enchantment, place into a jar some vinegar, a guinea pepper, a wolves heart [possibly the folk name of an herbal ingredient], and the victim’s name etched on a piece of paper in Dragon’s Blood Ink. Close the jar and shake vigorously by the light of a black candle while saying:
(Name of Enemy), I curse thee unceasingly,
May your bones break painfully,
May your mind wander aimlessly,
May your skin rot in agony,
May your heart die in jealousy.
Bury the jar upside down in a graveyard and your victim will perish within thirteen days.
Here is another spell to hide your infidelities.
To make your spouse blind to your adultery, take two silver coins and wash them in a potion made from Solomon’s Seal for nine minutes. These must then be taken to an Undertaker’s parlor and set upon the closed eyes of a dead person. Remove the coins and carry them in a small drawstring bag. If you carry this bag, your deeds will go unseen.
