White Stains
White Stains by Aleister Crowley is a collection of provocative verse that draws inspiration from Richard Krafft-Ebing’s controversial study, Psychopathia Sexualis. Published by Lulu.com on August 29, 2017, this edition spans 90 pages and is presented in English. The work is framed as the literary remains of George Archibald Bishop, a character described as a neuropath of the Second Empire, offering a unique perspective on themes of sexuality and societal norms.
Readers will encounter a blend of poetry and religious undertones as Crowley explores complex ideas surrounding sexual perversity. The book’s historical context and its clandestine publication in 1898 add layers to its content, reflecting the tensions of its time. This edition invites readers to engage with the intricate interplay between art and taboo, making it a notable addition to discussions on poetry and religion.
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Inspired by Psychopathia Sexualis, Richard Krafft-Ebing’s controversial study of sexual perversity, White Stains purports to be “the literary remains of George Archibald Bishop, a neuropath of the Second Empire.” Aleister Crowley’s book of provocative verse was clandestinely published in 1898 and of the hundred copies that were originally printed, only a handful were spared destruction by Her Majesty’s Customs.
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