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Paganism Under Siege

The Modern Threats to Ancient Faiths

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Paganism Under Siege

By: Lucian Hawthorn
Narrated by: Elizabeth Copnall
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For centuries, Paganism has endured suppression, distortion, and erasure—yet its flame still burns. Today, that flame faces new threats: cultural misrepresentation, religious hostility, consumer commodification, digital distortion, and divisions within its own circle.

In Paganism Under Siege, Lucian Hawthorn traces the journey of the world’s oldest spiritual traditions from their ancient roots to their precarious present. With a voice that is both scholarly and poetic, he explores how Paganism has survived conquest, witch hunts, and centuries of misunderstanding—and why its wisdom remains essential in a world of ecological crisis and spiritual disillusionment.

Inside you’ll discover:

  • The long struggle between Pagan traditions and dominant monotheistic faiths
  • How modern media and popular culture perpetuate harmful stereotypes
  • The dangers of cultural erasure, appropriation, and commodification
  • Internal divisions that threaten Paganism’s cohesion and credibility
  • The opportunities and perils of practicing Paganism in the digital age
  • Paths of resistance, resilience, and revival for the future

This is not a lament for what was lost, but a call to awareness for what can still be preserved. Paganism Under Siege is a vital listen for practitioners, seekers, and anyone who believes that ancient wisdom still has a role to play in shaping humanity’s future.

The old gods are not gone—they are waiting to be remembered.

©2025 Lucian Hawthorn (P)2025 Lucian Hawthorn
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The book is well-researched and well-narrated. The author’s vision of restoring interest in Paganism and the old faith is important. It's an interesting exploration of Pagan traditions from their ancient roots to the contemporary world. The message of this book is that pagan tradition can still be preserved.

Bringing Back Pagan Traditions

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The audiobook helped me understand the foundation of Paganism by laying out the early traditions and the meaning they carried. The book also covers the many obstacles these practices faced, including long periods of suppression. Hearing how different regions adapted their beliefs to survive gave the history more dimension. The modern challenges discussed at the end feel like a continuation of the same struggles. It’s a steady, informative guide to where Paganism began.

A Useful Guide to Pagan Roots

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