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• Amazon Sales Rank: #138302 in Books
• Published on: 1980-06
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 136 pages

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• ISBN13: 9780877285137
• Condition: NEW
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Customer Reviews

Poorly arranged
Crowley had a habit of writing books in a very difficult to understand manner. This book is no different. I use this book as a reference though, as it has a veritable cornucopia of info on many different types of eastern and western philosophies ie Yoga, astrology, etc. I wouldn't advise anyone read this book as an introduction into the occult though, because it can be very confusing, and it has many contradictions. Still, his work is well researched and he provides some wonderful poetry.

Excellent Magickal Instruction: Yoga / Witchcraft style
Do yourself a favor and read-up on Yoga, Witchcraft, and Occultism...then, read this book of Excellent Magickal Instruction. I understood it because I have been delving into Hinduism and I have studied Paganism/Witchcraft. Crowley writes, as usual, for the Experienced, not the Beginner.

This is a small book, yet it has more information than most thick tomes of "occult" knowledge. There is nothing "fluffy" about "Book 4." Crowley supplies us with a concise record of the Basics of Magick, without embellishing or beating around the bush....of course, this is *his* version of Magickal Practice--with a strong resemblance to Witchcraft--yet, this work is not representative of Witchcraft, itself.

For the serious student, this work is very informative--combining Yoga Techniques with other Magickal Practices.

Best for Intro to Crowley's Work
When I first decided to read Crowley, I started with "Eight Lessons in Yoga" which left me a bit bewildered as to terminology. But when I found Book 4, it explained everything, and I truly began to understand some of Crowley's thinking. This book is what gave me a deep appreciation for his work, his philosophy, his magick, everything. I tend to take notes as I read, and I ended up with 23 pages of notes on the chapter on the wand alone. For the aspiring mage, this book is inspiring and motivating! P.S. When talking to Thelemites, do not confuse this book with Liber Aba, which is also referred to as Book 4. This one is the "little Book 4" which is a chapter in Liber Aba.