Aleister Crowley: The Nature of the Beast.
Wellingborough, England: Aquarian Press, 1987. First Edition. Softcover. Octavo. 174pp. Bibliography & index. The first edition, SIGNED by Colin Wilson on the title page. An example of the original publisher's press release announcing the book - a single page printed sheet of pale yellow A4 paper, folded twice to fit in an envelope (or the book) - is loosely inserted. Despite Wilson's stature, this would have to be one of the least popular of the many biographies of Crowley, although it is still interesting reading for those wanting another different perspective on the Beast. From the collection of Clive Harper with his discreet book-label neatly tipped in at the rear. Harper is well- known as the bibliographer of Austin Osman Spare, for updating the Aleister Crowley bibliography in the 2011 Teitan Press collection of Gerald Yorke's writings, and as someone who has lent his expertise to numerous other publications. A little light shelf-wear, but overall as close to Fine as it would be possible to get for a paperback of this vintage. Item #67675
ISBN: 9780850305418
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