The Starry Dynamo: The Machinery of Night Remixed

by Sven Davisson

Spanning over fifteen years of work, The Starry Dynamo presents an eclectic evolution of material running the gamut from the erotic to the divine and the erotically divine to the divinely erotic. The work moves from charged and, at times, provocative fiction and prose-poetry to scholarly and thought-provoking essays on spirituality and philosophy. The diverse topics include the history of the commune at Rajneeshpuram, Oregon and the Reagan administration's action to suppress it; William S. Burroughs' gnostic mythology of the Space Age; Michel Foucault and the epistemology of the Self; the androgynous occulture of the fin de siecle and more.

264 pages, Paperback

First published February 19, 2007

About the author

Sven Davisson is an influential author and the founding publisher of Rebel Satori Press, an independent publishing house committed to amplifying marginalized voices and pushing literary boundaries. With a degree in Queer Studies from Hampshire College, Sven has cultivated a unique perspective that informs his compelling narratives. His works, including Puck You! The Crooked Path of Queer Resistance, Breeding Devils in Chaos, The Star Set Matrix, and The Desire Line reflect his dedication to challenging conventions and sparking meaningful dialogue.

Sven’s passion for storytelling is complemented by his background in photography, having studied under notable figures like Jerome Liebling and Carrie Mae Weems. His shorter works have appeared in various prestigious journals and anthologies, including Wilde Stories: The Best in Gay Speculative Fiction.
Under Sven’s stewardship, Rebel Satori Press and its associated imprints continue to be a beacon for groundbreaking literature, resonating with readers who seek fresh perspectives and innovative voices in the literary landscape.

Reviews

[Larry-bob Roberts · Rating 5 out of 5]

I've been reading Sven's writing for quite a few years, initially in zines; he now edits Ashé, the Journal of Experimental Spirituality. This collection of writing includes a smattering of short fiction pieces about young queer guys, and there's even a couple chapters on Bhagwan Shree Rajneesh which dig beneath the hysteria that surrounded the activities of his spiritual community in Antler, Oregon. But I think the real meat of it is in the essays. He draws together the common threads between Michele Foucault, Aleister Crowley, Oscar Wilde, and spiritual traditions in essays on individuality and identity.