The Psychology of Hashish (Annotated)
Enriched Edition. Cannabis, Mysticism, and Altered Consciousness in Early Twentieth-Century Occult ThoughtBy Aleister Crowley
Length3h 26m
About this audiobook
The Psychology of Hashish is a penetrating early twentieth-century inquiry into cannabis intoxication as a problem of consciousness, imagination, and spiritual perception. Written in Crowley's characteristically ornate yet analytical prose, it blends case observation, philosophical speculation, Decadent literary sensibility, and occult psychology. Situated within fin-de-siècle experiments in mysticism and psychopharmacology, the work treats hashish not as mere indulgence but as a lens through which the mind's symbolic and visionary powers may be examined. Aleister Crowley, poet, ceremonial magician, mountaineer, and founder of Thelema, was uniquely positioned to compose such a study. His training in the Hermetic Order of the Golden Dawn, wide reading in Eastern religions, and lifelong pursuit of altered states informed his conviction that disciplined experience could reveal hidden structures of the self. Published in the milieu of The Equinox, the essay reflects both personal experiment and esoteric ambition. This work is recommended to readers interested in occult modernism, the history of drug literature, and the psychology of mystical experience. It rewards careful reading as a document of intellectual daring, stylistic excess, and serious inquiry into perception's unstable boundaries.
This enriched edition has been carefully crafted to add value to your reading experience.
- A succinct Introduction situates the work's timeless appeal and themes.
- The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists.
- A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the era's events and influences that shaped the writing.
- An Author Biography reveals milestones in the author's life, illuminating the personal insights behind the text.
- A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings.
- Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the work's messages, connecting them to modern life.
- Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.
- Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.
Audiobook details
GenreSpirituality and Religion
Length3 hrs 26 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateJul 16, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction (pt. 1)
4Reflection
2Introduction (pt. 2)
5Memorable Quotes
3Analysis
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