John Steadman
A Room of One's Own 2717 Atwood Ave., Madison, Wisconsin 53704
press release: H. P. Lovecraft and the Black Magickal Tradition explores one of the most fascinating theses in modern occultism, Lovecraft's profound influence on the darker currents of western occultism. The book begins with a definition of the theory and practice of black magick, including a full analysis of the black magickal methodologies as they developed in Africa, Egypt, Greece and Rome. Afterwards, I focus specifically on the life and works of H. P. Lovecraft, explaining exactly what Lovecraft knew and how much he knew about magickal thought and practice.