Gerald Gardner books in order

British Wiccan leader

Lived
1884–1964
Country
United Kingdom
Books
4

Gerald Gardner published 4 novels, beginning with Witchcraft Today (1954).

Updated September 2026

Where to start with Gerald Gardner

Gerald Gardner books in order of publication

  1. Book of Shadows (1940)

  2. Charge of the Goddess (1940)

  3. Witchcraft Today (1954)

    163 pages

  4. The Meaning of Witchcraft (1959)

    288 pages

About Gerald Gardner

Gerald Brosseau Gardner, also known by the craft name Scire, was an English Wiccan, author, and amateur anthropologist and archaeologist. He was instrumental in bringing the modern pagan religion of Wicca to public attention, writing some of its definitive religious texts and founding the tradition of Gardnerian Wicca.

Biography from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0.

Gerald Gardner FAQ

How many books has Gerald Gardner written?
Gerald Gardner published 4 novels that we list, as of September 2026.
What order should I read Gerald Gardner's books in?
Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Witchcraft Today.
What is Gerald Gardner's last book?
The Meaning of Witchcraft (1959).
What is Gerald Gardner's most famous book?
Witchcraft Today (1954) is Gerald Gardner's most widely read book.

Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers. Last updated September 2026.