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This volume is the first comprehensive examination of one of the twentieth century's most distinctive iconoclasts. Aleister Crowley (1875-1947) was a study in contradictions. Born into a fundamentalist Christian family and educated at Cambridge, he was vilified as a traitor, drug addict, and debaucher, yet revered as perhaps the most influential thinker in contemporary esotericism. Moving beyond the influence of contemporary psychology and the modernist understanding of the occult, Crowley declared himself the revelator of a new age of individualism. Crowley's occult bricolage, Magick, was an eclectic combination of spiritual exercises drawn from Western European magical ceremonies and Indic...
Explore the rich tapestry of the ancient world with Hodder Michael Westropp's "Handbook of Archaeology: Egyptian-Greek-Etruscan-Roman." This comprehensive volume delves into the archaeological treasures of four significant civilizations, offering readers a detailed exploration of their material culture and historical contexts. Originally published in 1878, this handbook provides valuable insights into the methods and discoveries of early archaeology. Journey through the iconic landscapes of Egypt, Greece, Etruria, and Rome, uncovering the secrets of their art, architecture, and daily life. A must-read for enthusiasts of classical history and archaeology. This work has been selected by schola...
Hodder Michael Westropp takes readers on a journey through Rome's early and imperial history in this comprehensive guide. From the founding of the city to the reign of Augustus to the fall of the Western Roman Empire, Westropp offers a fascinating look into the political, social, and cultural aspects of one of history's greatest civilizations. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.