The Left-Hand Path of Magick
The Definitive Reference Guide to the History and Practice
Will be published approx. on 28. January 2027
Book
Paperback/Softback
288 pages
978-1-57863-921-2 (ISBN)
Description
The Left-Hand Path of Magick by Dr. Angela Puca is the definitive reference to the history and practice of the magickal Left-Hand Path. Dr. Puca explains what it is, why it's associated with the "left" direction, and where it comes from. Left-Hand Path magick derives originally from ancient Tantra, from where it was brought to the West through the writings of Helena Blavatsky.
Dr. Puca discusses Theosophy, Thelema and Aleister Crowley, chaos magick, theistic and atheistic Satanism, Luciferianism, and more. The Left-Hand Path is, by definition, subversive. This book is an invitation for readers to explore and better understand these complex and arcane schools of magick.
Dr. Angela Puca, a published author and established religious studies scholar, aims to illuminate this often-misunderstood realm by providing scholarly yet accessible coverage of its foundational theories, figures, and current expressions. The Left-Hand Path of Magick is designed to provide clear, objective information, empowering readers to make informed decisions and develop their own understanding without advocating for any specific tradition.
Dr. Puca discusses Theosophy, Thelema and Aleister Crowley, chaos magick, theistic and atheistic Satanism, Luciferianism, and more. The Left-Hand Path is, by definition, subversive. This book is an invitation for readers to explore and better understand these complex and arcane schools of magick.
Dr. Angela Puca, a published author and established religious studies scholar, aims to illuminate this often-misunderstood realm by providing scholarly yet accessible coverage of its foundational theories, figures, and current expressions. The Left-Hand Path of Magick is designed to provide clear, objective information, empowering readers to make informed decisions and develop their own understanding without advocating for any specific tradition.
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Language
English
Place of publication
United States
Publishing group
Red Wheel/Weiser
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Illustrations
28
Dimensions
Height: 229 mm
Width: 152 mm
ISBN-13
978-1-57863-921-2 (9781578639212)
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Persons
Dr. Angela Puca holds a religious studies PhD from Leeds Trinity University, specializing in magic, esotericism, and Paganism. Her scholarly work is complemented by her active engagement with a broad audience through her online project, Angela's Symposium, where she shares peer-reviewed knowledge in an engaging format.
She has published her doctoral research, Italian Witchcraft and Shamanism, with Brill and is coeditor of the forthcoming Pagan Religions in Five Minutes with Equinox.
Peter J. Carroll is the author of six books, including classic works on chaos magic, Liber Null & Psychonaut and Liber Kaos. He is past grandmaster of the Magical Pact of the Illuminates of Thanateros, chancellor of Arcanorium College, acting marshal of the Knights of Chaos, and a bard of Dobunni Grove. He maintains a personal website at specularium.org.
She has published her doctoral research, Italian Witchcraft and Shamanism, with Brill and is coeditor of the forthcoming Pagan Religions in Five Minutes with Equinox.
Peter J. Carroll is the author of six books, including classic works on chaos magic, Liber Null & Psychonaut and Liber Kaos. He is past grandmaster of the Magical Pact of the Illuminates of Thanateros, chancellor of Arcanorium College, acting marshal of the Knights of Chaos, and a bard of Dobunni Grove. He maintains a personal website at specularium.org.