This story about faerie began as a vision. In his newest work, Lee Morgan follows a cacophony of visions with sharp, bright edges to them that have lain claim to his heart and hands. In what is clearly a work of the heart, Lee bypasses rational intellect guiding the reader to experience the touch, scent and feel of the Faerie Faith through symbol and suggestion. Sounds of Infinity is divided into three parts, the work of the Head, the work of the Heart and the work of the Hands. The second is a work of occult fiction that meditates upon the themes discussed in Part One in the form of a woven narrative. The final part is a practical grimoire that leads the reader through the door to physically manifests the vision they have shared in parts one and two. This is not just a book, but an experience, one which culminates not at the end of reading the volume but in the consummation known in the art of ritual.
Lee Morgan lives on a communal homestead on kunanyi/Mt Wellington in nipaluna/Hobart, where he creates sanctuary for other weirdos, raises books, people, and ideas from the grave. He has had novels and non-fiction published by Moon Books, Three Hands Press, The Witches Almanac and Rebel Satori. Having survived an enormous tumour, Lee currently is busy filling the room in his skull with new brains, writing Folk Horror, and queering the world one step at a time.
This is an exquisite and masterful work of art crafted with the power of faery cunning and magic. The beauty of Morgan's words is coupled with an in depth look at faery lore in various cultures, and speaks to the close relationship between Witches and Faeries and the powerful ambivalence of both worlds.
I love how Lee Morgan moves seamlessly from historical analysis, reaching for ancestors' worldview on things to weave in the enchanted with historical context. This book was a slow, luxurious read for me because every page was so full of insight, I wanted to chew on it for several days. I love the weaving of fiction, nonfiction, and practice.
Lee Morgans work is always well written, with well referenced research and a wealth of expertise. This is perhaps one of the best books on the subject. Highly recommend.