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Portable Darkness presents a thoughtfully assembled collection of Aleister Crowley's most influential texts, organized around central themes such as Qabalah and magic, yoga and magic, and the intersection of magic with law and sexuality. Scott Michaelsen provides scholarly essays that contextualize each selection, making Crowley's dense and often obscure writings accessible to both novices and experienced practitioners. The volume serves as an essential reference for anyone exploring Crowley's visionary blend of mysticism, esoteric practices, and countercultural thought.
First publish date: 1989
Genre: Religion & Spirituality/Judaism
Authors: Aleister Crowley
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