Pacts With the Devil: A Chronicle of Sex, Blasphemy and Liberation

by S. Jason Black, Christopher S. Hyatt

For the first time, a genuine manual of the dreaded "left-hand path." Braving the new Witchcraft Panic that has swept the world, S. Jason Black and Christopher S. Hyatt have written a book that places the Western magical tradition--and the Western psyche--in perspective. Sweeping aside both the historical fabrications of "neo-paganism" and the rampant mental illness of the religious right, Black and Hyatt explore history, psychology and anthropology to reveal the true "secret doctrine" of Western culture. This work confronts the reader with his own fears and inhibitions -- and carries him beyond. Comprehensively illustrated, this volume contains a detailed history of European "Black Magic" and includes new editions of 17th and 18th century Grimoires with detailed instructions for their use.

Genres: Occult, Philosophy, Nonfiction, Spirituality, Magic

300 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1993

Reviews

[Valenfore Alestreneon · Rating 5 out of 5]

I read both the 2009 and current own the expanded 2010 edition. This is a real, working manual of Grimoire Magik. Not for the feint of heart, the weak willed or the emotionally unstable. This book will set your mind free and also describes a lot of Occult Science. Goes into a history of Daemonology and Occult Teachings of the past that the modern world seems to have become bereft of. Does a good job of talking about the Taboos of Magik in society and how Christianity and Scientism suppress the phenomenon with lies and misinformation. Also talks about the PseudoMagik which doesn't help things much.

[Paul · Rating 5 out of 5]

A Priest in LaVeys Church of Satan said that he uses this book for his rituals and has had great success with it as far as magical results and summoning actual demons and making pacts with them.

So I decided to give it a try and sure enough I had the same experiences for the first time in my life, including some powerful and instant results. I highly recommend this book for people who are serious about summoning demonic spirits and getting powerful fast magical results

[Jack T · Rating 2 out of 5]

1.5/5

[Brother Nero · Rating 4 out of 5]

Excellent book for beginners who are new to LHP occultism.