The Book of Thoth

Crowley’s commentary on the Thoth Tarot explains the symbolism and philosophy behind the deck he designed with artist Frieda Harris. It is a landmark in twentieth-century tarot literature and an important expression of his Thelemic worldview. Readers will find detailed interpretations of the cards, their astrological and Qabalistic correspondences, and the artistic principles underlying the deck.

Aleister Crowley (1875–1947) was an English occultist, ceremonial magician, poet, and religious innovator who founded Thelema, a modern esoteric system centered on will, ritual, and spiritual liberation. His many books, including Liber AL vel Legis and Magick in Theory and Practice, made him one of the most influential figures in twentieth-century occult literature.