Paganism Under Siege

The Modern Threats to Ancient Faiths

By: Lucian Hawthorn

Narrated by: Elizabeth Copnall

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

Great for Anyone Curious About Old Beliefs

People who want to understand how Pagan traditions still exist today will probably find this really interesting. The audiobook goes through the major struggles these belief systems endured and shows how they were able to push through different eras. Some parts made me realize how much misunderstanding shaped their history. Even the modern sections were surprising because they showed issues that still affect these groups.

Ancient Faiths Attacked

This audio focuses on Paganism and how in today's age it is under attack with stereotypes and resistance. With digital media creating opportunities to practice, there is still a danger of division within Pagan practice.

I liked it

This audiobook provides a clear look at the challenges that traditional Pagan beliefs have faced in the past and continue to face in the present. The narrator's voice is a good fit for the tone, and the author explains things in a cool, collected manner. The overall message is intriguing and simple to understand, although some parts feel a little heavy. Anyone who wants to learn about these customs without having extensive prior knowledge should give it a listen.