WE ARE SATANISTS: The History and Future of the Church of Satan

by Blanche Barton, Ruth Waytz (Editor), Peter H. Gilmore (Foreword)

Blanche Barton’s original version of this book, The Church of Satan, was a slim volume, distilling Satanism’s basic tenets and history to maximize accessibility. That book is long out of print, and much has changed since its 1990 release. This dramatically larger book includes a foreword by High Priest Peter H. Gilmore and reflects the depth and expansion of Satanism itself. Yet it’s still just the tip of the iceberg. WE ARE SATANISTS details our more than 50-year history, setting the record straight about the succession of leadership following Anton LaVey’s death, and treats the reader to a peek behind the curtain at the accomplishments of many Church of Satan members, written in their own words. The book includes many previously unpublished photos.

Genres: Satanism, Nonfiction

881 pages, Kindle Edition

Published August 17, 2021

About the author

Blanche Barton (born Sharon Densley) is Magistra Templi Rex within the Church of Satan, and is addressed by Satanists as Magistra Barton.
She is Anton LaVey`s biographer and mother of LaVey`s son Satan Xerxes Carnacki LaVey born 1993.

Barton wrote The Church of Satan: A History of the World's Most Notorious Religion (1990) and The Secret Life of a Satanist: The Authorized Biography of Anton LaVey (1990).

Reviews

[Draconis Blackthorne · Rating 5 out of 5]

July 666th yields a veritable treasure chest to be sure! Contained therein is the WE ARE SATANISTS {The History & Future of The Church of Satan} book, all 700+ pages, which is essentially a release of The Church of Satan - History of The World's Most Notorious Religion, with a plethora of bonus materials - archival photos section added, foreword by HP Gilmore, added articles by HP Nadramia, commentary by various Satanists including Myself [p.406] for segment "What does The Church of Satan mean to you?", additions to recommended filmography {content to read several of My own Dracommendations newly included therein!}; along with added content from The Cloven Hoof newsletter, and... 2 rituals! Those fiendishly empowering Frightday nyte rites of darkness, The Madness of Andelsprutz and Ceremony of The Avoosal {$ rite! Mammon summoned therein, and the assertion of the arachnid as harbinger of monetary influx! Hail The Spider King! Reminds Me of Aragog}.

Black Earth Possession: In coalescence, the cover features the many wonderful amulets obtained through nascent sources. Coursing counter-clockwise: Brimstone, 3D Baphomet, 666 Baphomet, purple Baphomet head, red Pentagram, Nightglow Baphomet, Mgr. Lang's Brimstone pendant, Witch pink Baphomet, Adversary Baphomet, pink "Baphomette" head, 3D, 666 Pentrapezoid, Camazotz Trapezoid, red Hellfire Power Pentagram. A splendid array for every occasion.

I fortuitously obtained the plate version with Magistra Barton's signature encircled in ornate diabolical Baphomet-laden trapezoidal frame; a bookmark featuring an appropriate photo of the author at the Bewitched statue in Salem; and hellegant postcard of the tome.

I first ordered The Church of Satan book from Hell's Kitchen Productions [HKP] when it first came out through The Black Flame magazine, remaining an essential part of The Library ever since; then along with The Secret Life of A Satanist originally acquired from Tower Records, frequently returning to them from cover to cover. Upon the release of the expanded version, it was forthwith summoned to The Noctuary as well. Always thoroughly pleasurable, affirming, and reflective of My thoughts as well. ∞

[Michael Nero · Rating 5 out of 5]

A great perspective on the origins and views of the Church of Satan, as well as its current and future plans. Barton's work is a pleasure to read, and she tells a fascinating story peppered with perspectives and witticisms from CoS members. Don't miss current High Priest Peter H. Gilmore's foreword.

[Rick Powell · Rating 5 out of 5]

The definitive book about all things pertaining to the Church of Satan past, present, and future. A hefty volume filled with interviews, anecdotes, and more than a few surprises, that will have you enthralled with every turn of the page. A must for anyone wanting to know more about Satanism and the impact it has had all across the globe when Anton Szandor LaVey codified Satanism as a religion in 1966. A must have!

[Rayme Michaels · Rating 5 out of 5]

I devoured this gigantic, fabulous, Satanic tome! I absolutely loved it! It was just what the Good Doctor ordered! And I was especially delighted that Church of Satan newsletters from the 1960s, before "The Satanic Bible" was even published, were included, followed by a 1966 lecture in the Black House a few days before the CoS was even officially founded! Delicious! And I also greatly appreciate the song, book and movie recommendations for anyone interested in Satanism and the darker, grey sides of life. Thank you, Magistra Barton for all your hard work! Superb!

[Jeremy Gross · Rating 5 out of 5]

Regardless if you call yourself a satanist, are curious if satanism is right for you, or if you just want to learn about satanism, this book is a pretty good read and very informative. It is packed full of info about the philosophy of the Church of Satan and its history. I highly recommend!! This is coming from a non-satanist.