Café Nation: Coffee Folklore, Magick, and Divination

By Sandra Mizumoto Posey

The frenzied mania for coffee and the increased use of tarot, astrology, and other forms of divination shows no signs of abating. Now, folklorist Sandra Mizumoto Posey brings the ancient traditions of coffee divination and the history, folklore, and cultural impact of this potent berry together in her new book, Caf Nation: Coffee Folklore, Magick, and Divination.

Coffee divination is once again enjoying widespread popularity because of the beverage's long-recognized ability to energize. It encourages extended social interaction and sharpens mental acuity. Sufi mystics knew centuries ago that coffee had the ability to aid in meditation and prayer. This heightening of the senses lends itself naturally to promoting creative and intuitive thought. Grounds, bubbles, and the array of symbols traditionally used for divination are keys to understanding ourselves, bypassing overly logic-driven thought to reach deeper instincts.

Caf Nation is no dry history tome, no "gee-whiz" business success story, nor yet another cookbook. Filled with traditional and contemporary coffee divination techniques, fascinating coffee lore, droll historical artifacts, and a richly designed text, Caf Nation is, like the brew, stimulating, insightful and a catalyst for intuition. In fact, Caf Nation is the perfect companion to a cup of coffee itself

Posey's authoritative writing on the role of practical magick is simple to apply and effective. Posey, who has a Ph.D. in folklore from UCLA and is the creator of the acclaimed Americanfolk.com, Spiritualitea.com, and Cafenation.net websites, uses a system of divination that, rather than simply replicating ancient methods and meanings, draws upon the history of coffee divination and presents them in an entirely new format more relevant to contemporary life. You will never look at a cup of coffee the same way again

More than a book or website, Caf Nation is a community--of coffee lovers, of book lovers, of those who want to know more about this world, and the other world. A book to savor and refer to again and again, Caf Nation will bring robust and deep-flavored reading satisfaction to all.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1891661116
• ISBN13: 9781891661112
• Release Date: April 2000
• Publisher: Santa Monica Press
• Length: 224 Pages
• Weight: 0.45 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 5.4" x 6.0"

Customer Reviews

Little Magic Secrets For Your Coffee Table...

This book offers those novices in Magic an opportunity to practice anytime the wonders of the most powerful things in the universe... A wish book for all times... I highly recommend this book...

Coffee Lovers Unite!

I am a coffee addict. I admit it. But Ms Posey has got me beat hands down.This book covers the history of coffee. From the myths and legends surrounding coffee, to the different types of coffee, this release is similar to many other coffee books. There are even some wonderful recipes for distinctive coffee brews. Yet how many of these other books cover coffee divination? This is quite unique. There are instances in myth where coffee is used as a divination tool, but Ms. Posey introduces us to her version of scrying the beans.I was pleasantly surprised by this book. She presents us with her own original material and gives us a new twist on the magic of coffee.If you are a coffee fanatic, or into different typs of divination, take a look at this book. It will grab you and make you rethink tea leaves. It would make a wonderful gift for that special coffee lover.While you're at it, take a look at the website for Cafe Nation,... The site offers much more there than just a cup of coffee and a book.

Hmmm you didn't sprinkle coffee on the pages did you?

This was such an amazing book that I read it all in one sitting. It was addictive....or could that just be because it was all about coffee? Whatever the reason, Sandra Posey has written a wonderful book, complete with the history of coffee and it's myths to the more modern coffee delights...chocolate covered coffee beans anyone? I would recommend this book to anyone with an interest in coffee or divination. Hmmm...now where did I put that coffee pot.....

Coffee is Magick!

Sandra has written a wonderful book on coffee, its history and its magick. In this slim volume, you will find a wondrous new divination system using the coffess of the world as signposts to self illumination. Not just for coffee lovers, among whom I count myself as one, this beautifully designed and presented book is a terrific addition to anyone's library for it's many virtues.

Review of "Cafe Nation"

Cafe nation is enormous fun, but it is much, much more. The history of coffee divination is thoroughly researched, and I found the tidbits of coffee lore a fascinating read (as I sipped my morning coffee!) There are explanations for a wonderful ritual using coffee magic, and some really great coffee spells for divination, healing, prosperity, and so on. One of my favorite things in this book is a very unique system of divination that the author calls "The Cafe Nation System." In fact, I can't wait to cast those beans! I also learned some details about professional coffee scents such as "earth, pepper, and smoke." All in all, as a coffee lover, this book is a treat!