{"title":"Satanism \/ demonology Books","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"speak-of-the-devil-9780190948498","title":"Speak of the Devil","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTrade Review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCourses on topics ranging from religion and law to religious protest to general surveys of American religion will be enriched by the inclusion of this exciting text. * Spencer Dew, Wittenberg University\/The Ohio State University, Religious Studies Review *\u003cbr\u003eSpeak of the Devil is a must-read for scholars of religion. Laycock rightly frames TST (The Satanic Temple) as provoking consequential questions of classification, religious freedom, and national belonging. * Dusty Hoesly, Religion, Vol 52, no.1 *\u003cbr\u003eSpeak of the Devil ranks its author among influential scholars of contemporary Satanism ... Laycock's work is likely to appeal to both scholars and a broader audience by presenting a fluent, readable, and properly contextualized analysis of the development of The Satanic Temple. * Miroslav Vrzal, Ivona Vrzalová, Religio *\u003cbr\u003eRecommended. * C.H. Lippy, emeritus, University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, CHOICE *\u003cbr\u003eJoseph Laycock has written an outstanding treatment of one of the most misunderstood new religious movements...The book is well-written and impeccably documented. In addition to producing a fine introduction to TST, Laycock introduces us to a host of important contemporary cultural theorists, religion scholars, and legal experts working at the interface of politics and religion. This book will be valuable to anyone who teaches world religions\/new religious movements, or anyone seeking to understand legal issues related to religion in the public square. * Jonathan P. Case, Evangelical Missions Quarterly *\u003cbr\u003eLaycock's book produces several contributions to the field. His survey of satanic history and its use in popular discourse reveals the extent to which the satanic affinity for performance traces back to earlier Church of Satan figures such as Anton LaVey but also the political activism, militant reactionism, and moral sensationalism of conservative Christians * William Chavez, Reading Religion *\u003cbr\u003eThis volume is highly recommended. Its sections on the history of Satanism and TST may not be of interest to all Christians, but surely to those interested in a study of new religious movements, and Satanism in particular. Even for those who have no interest in Satanism or TST, and who find such subjects off-putting, the discussion of TST's challenges to our assumptions about religion, religious free-dom, and religious pluralism make this an important addition to select Christian libraries. * John W. Morehead, Cultural Encounters: A Journal for the Theology of Culture *\u003cbr\u003eLaycock's Speak of the Devil is a valuable contribution to the study of modern Satanism and will be of great interest especially to those studying new religious movements, religion in America, and issues of church and state in the United States. Clearly written and well organized, the book would be ideal for graduate seminars not only for its content, but also for its expert blending of history and ethnography in its portrait of an oft-reviled minority religion. * Brian C. Wilson, Western Michigan University, Nova Religio *\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePrologue  1. The Day Satan Came to Oklahoma  2.  Origins and History of The Satanic Temple  3.  Satanic Schisms  4.  The Satanic Reformation   5.  Religion or Trolls?  6.  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The book also focuses on the more recent history of witchcraft and magic, from the Enlightenment to the present, exploring the rise of modern magic, the anthropology of magic around the globe, and finally the cinematic portrayal of witches and magicians, from The Wizard of Oz to Charmed and Buffy the Vampire Slayer.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTrade Review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAn absorbing and illuminating study... Owen Davies succeeds in delivering an excellent, extremely useful work. * Clive Prince, Magonia Review *\u003cbr\u003eAnother quality book from Oxford University Press ... beautifully and informatively illustrated ... a goldmine for anyone looking for information on witchcraft and magic and perhaps those looking for inspiration and some unusual little fact or nugget if they want to dabble in some fiction involving witches or magicians, dark or otherwise. * Ian Hunter, Concatenation *\u003cbr\u003eThe breadth of knowledge shown here is impressive ... 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It is a collection of essays, observations and basic Satanic rituals, and outlines LaVey''s Satanic ideology. 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Supernatural, shape-shifting, intelligent and blessed with free will and remarkable powers, jinn have over the ages been given many names - demon, spirit, ghoul, genie, ifrit and shaitan. Believed in by hundreds of millions of people throughout the world and from all faiths, jinn have played a particularly central role in the literature, culture and belief systems of the Middle East and the Islamic world.\u003ci\u003eLegends of the Fire Spirits\u003c\/i\u003e explores through time and across nations the enduring phenomenon of the jinn. From North Africa to Central Asia, from the Mediterranean to sub-Saharan Africa and beyond, this riveting, often chilling, yet reasoned book draws on ancient testimonies, medieval histories, colonial records, anthropologist''s reports and \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTrade Review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRobert Lebling’s exhaustive and very readable account of jinn lore and legends traces the fascinating history of these strange beings … mortals interested in knowing more about these magical creatures must content themselves with Lebling’s absorbing study. -- Gary Lachman * Times Literary Supplement *\u003cbr\u003eThe boundaries of Lebling’s work surpassed my wildest dreams. Lebling has left no stone unturned in his enquiry, roaming through traditional Eastern literature as well as the modern media. The result is a trulyextraordinary masterwork, a treasury within itself that can be consulted at random, dipped into as a bedside book, or read from cover to cover in a fabulous feast for the imagination and the enquiring mind. -- Tahir Shah\u003cbr\u003eA comprehensive reference ... easily the most authoritative and accessible recent work on the topic… . The book may strike a note with a younger audience fascinated by the occult, but many students of the Middle East, Islam and ancient history should find it a valuable addition to their libraries as well. -- Stephen L. Brundage * Aramco World *\u003cbr\u003eA long overdue compendium of the knowledge and history of the jinn ... a lifelong reference to the mysteries of the Middle East and their influence on both Western and Eastern cultures. * Arabnews.com *\u003cbr\u003eA superb study... . A glorious feast of anthropological forteana... . Even those familiar with Islamic literature will delight in Lebling’s pursuit of the “sons of smokeless fire\". * Fortean Times *\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eForeword by Tahir Shah\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ci\u003eAcknowledgements\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ci\u003eNotes on Transliteration\u003c\/i\u003e  Introduction: The Nature of Jinn 1. Origins 2. Historical Encounters 3. By Their Deeds: Jinn Behaviour 4. Jinn Geography 5. 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Caciola has a strong command of Latin, French, German, and Italian as witnessed in the numerous translations dispersed throughout the text.... Ultimately, the work succeeds in laying out a framework for the discernment of bodies associated with divine and demonic possession, especially among women.\u003c\/p\u003e * Comitatus *\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eCaciola brings to light lesser-known but textually documented visionaries of the Middle Ages, along with the big names, in her study of the fine line between 'delusional' and 'devotional' behaviors. In discussing these medieval women's behavior and writings, she highlights the fact that gender was often the factor that determined whether one was considered demonically or divinely possessed.... Caciola provides a perceptive piece of historical scholarship on a topic of great interest to religious studies and women's studies collections.\u003c\/p\u003e * Library Journal *\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe groundbreaking work on exorcism manuals and the impressive range of sources handled throughout the book are particularly noteworthy. Moreover, the striking visual evidence is clearly presented, lucidly analyzed, and tightly interwoven with the rest of the argument. 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But who was Anton LaVey behind the public persona that so easily provoked Christians and others intolerant of his views?\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e One of privileged few who spent time with the “Black Pope” in the last decade of his life, Carl Abrahamsson met Anton LaVey in 1989, sparking an “infernally” empowering friendship. In this book Abrahamsson explores what LaVey was really about, where he came from, and how he shaped the esoteric landscape of the 1960s. The author shares in-depth interviews with the notorious Satanist’s intimate friends and collaborators, including LaVey’s partner Blanche Barton, his son Xerxes LaVey, current heads of the Church of Satan Peter Gilmore and Peggy Nadramia, occult filmmaker Kenneth Anger, LaVey’s personal secretary Margie Bauer, film collector Jack Stevenson, and film historian Jim Morton. Abrahamsson also shares never-before-published material from LaVey himself, including discussions between LaVey and Genesis P-Orridge and transcripts from LaVey’s never-released “Hail Satan!” video.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Providing inside accounts of the Church of Satan and activities at the Black House, this intimate exploration of Anton LaVey reveals his ongoing role in the history of culture and magic.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTrade Review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“In \u003ci\u003eAnton LaVey and the Church of Satan\u003c\/i\u003e, the ‘Black Pope’ of modern Satanism finds his most able interpreter and biographer. Carl Abrahamsson, the doyen of occulture, has studied LaVey’s life and influence for years, focusing his peculiar instinct for the esoteric and transgressive on a character who brought the two into a piquant and appealing blend. Part showman, part huckster, part prophet, and all devil, LaVey’s shaved head, Fu Manchu moustache, kitschy horns, and buxom coven brought a comic touch to a heresy that is more often taken all too seriously. Abrahamsson captures the smoky, saucy flavor of LaVey’s devilish humor with gusto. Tempted? You should be.” * Gary Lachman, author of Turn Off Your Mind and The Return of Holy Russia *\u003cbr\u003e“A rich, engaging, and insightful exploration of one of the most influential and misunderstood thinkers of late twentieth-century occultism. . . . an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history of Satanism and late-modern occulture.” * Manon Hedenborg White, author of The Eloquent Blood *\u003cbr\u003e“Unique insights into the myth and man that was Anton LaVey--a mustread for anyone interested in the history and future of Satanism.” * Per Faxneld, Ph.D., senior lecturer at Södertörn University and author of Satanic Feminism *\u003cbr\u003e“\u003ci\u003eAnton LaVey\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ci\u003eand the Church of Satan\u003c\/i\u003e is an act of magic, for it takes you to the Black House at 6114 California Street where you are invited to a party in the honor of Doktor LaVey. Carl Abrahamsson is the ideal host of the party--not only has he invited all the right people, but he will introduce them to you as he takes you by the arm and leads you through the house, making sure that you are having fun while generously sharing his profound knowledge about the Doktor. If you’re lucky, Doktor LaVey will show you a movie or play on one of his many synthesizers. Enjoy the party!” * Henrik Bogdan, professor of religious studies at the University of Gothenburg *\u003cbr\u003e“At a moment when there is increased academic interest in the history of Satanism and the gamut of Satanic religion has fanned out from the radical left to the alt-right, there is great value in revisiting Anton LaVey. With fresh analysis and precious interviews with friends and family, Carl Abrahamsson sheds new light on this controversial and enigmatic figure. The more we learn about LaVey, the more he appears as a node, linking diverse streams of culture from magic to art to politics.” * Joseph P. Laycock, associate professor of religious studies at Texas State University and author of *\u003cbr\u003e“Abrahamson’s work is a personal, sympathetic, yet nuanced portrait of one of the most enigmatic and fascinating figures of the twentieth century. Anton LaVey was a mercurial figure who contained within him paradoxes that continue to defy any simplistic interpretation of him. The diversity of his influence is clearly felt in this work. With several unique interviews and recollections of LaVey, this book will be essential reading for all future studies on Satanism.” * Fredrik Gregorius, associate professor of the history of religion at Linköping University *\u003cbr\u003e“Through a vivid examination of LaVey’s insistence on paving his own road through the pop-cultural landscape of the mid-twentieth century United States, Abrahamsson illuminates a thought-provoking, occultural individual and his circle, ready to shake up any beliefs set in stone to make you think for yourself. Read, and shake!” * Kasper Opstrup, author of The Way Out *\u003cbr\u003e“As a whole, Abrahamsson’s personal and scholarly reflections and the unique assembly of interviews form an archive useful for the newly curious, the jaded occultist, the brazen scholar, and the mostly antagonistic. An impressive work.” * Jesper Aagaard Petersen, vice dean of research at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology *\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFOREWORD \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“No More Mr. Nice Guy”\u003cbr\u003eby Mitch Horowitz \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePART I \u003cbr\u003eInto the Devil’s Den\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e1 \u003c\/b\u003eStep Right Up! \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e2\u003c\/b\u003e Welcome to the Hotel California! \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e3\u003c\/b\u003e Anton LaVey, Magical Innovator \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e4\u003c\/b\u003e Canon Fodder \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e5\u003c\/b\u003e Bewitched, Bothered, and Bewildered \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e6\u003c\/b\u003e Maybe We Should Watch a Movie Now? \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePART II \u003cbr\u003eThe Interviews\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e7\u003c\/b\u003e Kenneth Anger \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e8\u003c\/b\u003e Blanche Barton \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e9\u003c\/b\u003e Margie Bauer \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e10\u003c\/b\u003e Peter Gilmore \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e11\u003c\/b\u003e Mitch Horowitz \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e12\u003c\/b\u003e Bob Johnson \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e13\u003c\/b\u003e Xerxes LaVey \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e14\u003c\/b\u003e Jim Morton \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e15\u003c\/b\u003e Michael Moynihan \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e16\u003c\/b\u003e Peggy Nadramia \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e17\u003c\/b\u003e Jack Stevenson \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e18\u003c\/b\u003e Ruth Waytz \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e19\u003c\/b\u003e Larry Wessel \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e20\u003c\/b\u003e Interview with Carl Abrahamsson \u003cbr\u003eby Vanessa Sinclair \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAPPENDIX I\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003eAnton LaVey in His Own Words: Excerpts from “Hail Satan!” \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAPPENDIX II\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003eGenesis P-Orridge and Anton LaVey in Conversation \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAPPENDIX III\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eThere Is No Such Thing as Bad Publicity \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAcknowledgments \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNotes\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIndex\u003c\/b\u003e","brand":"Inner Traditions Bear and Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48867937288535,"sku":"9781644112410","price":18.04,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1739\/5799\/files\/9781644112410.jpg?v=1722285689"},{"product_id":"books-of-the-beast-new-edition-9781869928179","title":"Books of the Beast: New Edition","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Mandrake of Oxford","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48868840735063,"sku":"9781869928179","price":12.34,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1739\/5799\/files\/9781869928179.jpg?v=1722289972"},{"product_id":"satanic-panic-9780812691924","title":"Satanic Panic","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExplores the sociological dymanics underpinning the contemporary fear of satanism. 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