Aleister Crowley in England: The Return of the Great Beast

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An illuminating account of the life and times of one of the most notorious occultists and magicians of the 20th century The enigmatic occultist Aleister Crowley has long fascinated the world as a charlatan, genius, addict, genius, pervert, saint, and sinner. He has been called the “Wickedest Man in the World,” and his life has been chronicled and criticized by many. Yet the true story of his years in England has never been told—until now. In this groundbreaking biography, acclaimed occult historian Tobias Churton examines Crowley’s life in England, from his birth in 1875 until he left for the United States in 1900. Drawing on a wealth of original sources, including Crowley’s own writings, Churton reveals the roots of Crowley’s interest in magic, religion, and sexuality, and shows how his early experiences shaped the man he would become. A revelatory portrait of a complex and controversial figure, Aleister Crowley in England: The Return of the Great Beast offers a fresh perspective on one of the most intriguing personalities of the modern era.

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