Young Aleister Crowley and the Magicians' Revolt: A Novel

Step into the occult underworld of Edwardian London with Aleister Crowley, a rebellious genius and aspiring magician, as he plunges into the secret society of the Golden Dawn. The year is 1900, and this isn’t just a new club; it’s a war zone.Crowley, a world-class mountaineer and acclaimed poet, unwittingly arrives amidst a power struggle as formidable magicians revolt against their leaders, MacGregor Mathers and his wife, Moina Mathers. Empowered by an ancient Arabic grimoire, the Mathers claimed contact with “Secret Masters,” but now their influence is waning.As historical figures like William Butler Yeats and Bram Stoker populate the ranks, Crowley finds himself caught in a magical crossfire.His naive pursuit of enlightenment accidentally ignites an all-out wizard war with magical attacks recoiling upon his adversaries.Yet, aided by unseen forces, Crowley uncovers the interdimensional secrets of the ancient book, unleashing its power himself.This epic adventure culminates in a clima