Gerald Brosseau Gardner (June 13, 1884 - February 12, 1964), also known as Scire, was the founder of the tradition known as Gardnerian Wicca, and is variously credited with being the man who brought the neopagan religion of Wicca to public attention, or as the one who founded it, as an amalgamation of Celtic myths, Freemasonry, Rosicrucianism, ceremonial magic, and the teachings of Aleister Crowley. Born in Blundellsands, Lancashire, England. He died of a heart attack in 1964, and was buried in Tunisia.
Recommended Resources
B.C. on Paganism: A Biography of Gerald Brosseau Gardner
B.C. Holmes offers an overview of the life and works of Gerald Gardner, particularly his role in the emergence of modern Wicca, with questions relating to his credibility. A Wiccan family tree is included.
http://www.bcholmes.org/wicca/gardner.html
An overview of Gerald Brosseau Gardner and his influence on modern Wicca is presented, including articles by a variety of authors, notes and source information, as well as an online store.
http://www.geraldgardner.com/
An introduction, biography, and highlights of the personal life of the influential English Wiccan are set forth, along with a bibliography, notes, references, and external links.
http://www.spiritus-temporis.com/gerald-gardner/
Basic information and a timeline of the biographical events in the life of the English Wiccan priest, planter, and author are put forward here.
http://www.spokeo.com/Gerald+Gardner+1
UK Pagan Council: Gerald Gardner
A biographical timeline highlights significant points in the life of the English author, often considered to be the father of modern Wicca.
http://www.ukpagancouncil.org/gerald-gardner/
