About the author
Anton Szandor LaVey (born Howard Stanton Levey; April 11, 1930 – October 29, 1997) was an American writer, musician, and Satanist. He was the founder of the Church of Satan, and the philosophy of LaVeyan Satanism. He authored several books, including The Satanic Bible, The Satanic Witch, The Satanic Rituals, The Devil's Notebook, and Satan Speaks!. In addition, he released three albums, including The Satanic Mass, Satan Takes a Holiday, and Strange Music. He played a minor on-screen role and served as technical advisor for the 1975 film The Devil's Rain and served as host and narrator for Nick Bougas' 1989 mondo film Death Scenes. Historian of Satanism Gareth J. Medway described LaVey as a "born showman", with anthropologist Jean La Fontaine describing him as a "colourful figure of considerable personal magnetism". The academic scholars of Satanism Per Faxneld and Jesper Aagaard Petersen described LaVey as "the most iconic figure in the Satanic milieu". LaVey was labeled many things by journalists, religious detractors, and Satanists alike, including "The Father of Satanism", the "St. Paul of Satanism", "The Black Pope", and the "evilest man in the world".
📖 Where to start with Anton Szandor Lavey
💬 What our editors say about Anton Szandor Lavey's books
“LaVey delivers a cornerstone of contemporary Satanic thought through essays that dissect modern human behavior with characteristic sharpness. While his blend of satire and cultural critique offers compelling observations on…”
Esoterica Books editorial team, Occult literature desk · on The Devil's Notebook
“LaVey presents a stark, unromantic guide that strips away the mystique of romance to reveal underlying power dynamics. While intellectually stimulating for those interested in psychological manipulation, it may alienate readers…”
Esoterica Books editorial team, Occult literature desk · on The Satanic Witch
“This volume serves as Anton LaVey’s literary swan song, offering sixty distinct essays that prioritize wit over doctrine. While engaging for devotees of his earlier works or those intrigued by the personal legacy documented in…”
Esoterica Books editorial team, Occult literature desk · on Satan Speaks!
📋 Editions by Anton Szandor Lavey in the catalog
| Edition | Year | Publisher | Pages | ISBN |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Devil's Notebook | 2000 | Feral House | 147 | 9780922915118 |
| The Satanic Witch | — | Feral House | 284 | 9780922915842 |
| Satan Speaks! | — | Feral House | 192 | 9780922915668 |
