French occultism and Martinism
Stanislas de Guaita
Poet, Kabbalist and ceremonial occultist, closely associated with Joséphin Péladan and Papus, dead at thirty-six.
- Dates
- 1861 – 1897
- Dating
- documented dates
Place in the tradition
His study of astral forces and what he understood as black magic is among the most systematic French occult writing of the period.
a note on the record
History and later legend
The planned third part of Le Serpent de la Genèse remained unfinished because of his early death.
the written record
Principal works
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1886
At the Threshold of the Mystery
Au Seuil du Mystère
An introduction to occult doctrine and symbolism.
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1891
Le Serpent de la Genèse I: Le Temple de Satan
The first instalment of an ambitious exploration of evil, magic and occult philosophy.
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1897
Le Serpent de la Genèse II: La Clef de la Magie Noire
A dense study of astral forces and what he understood as black magic.