Description
The Church of Satan by Blanche Barton is a history of the world’s most notorious religion. An account of the many strange and sensational events that surrounded the Black Pope, Anton Szandor LaVey and his thousands of followers as they ushered in a new era of indulgence and carnality, based on pleasure instead of self-denial. Details the evenings spent with LaVey’s Magic Circle, peopled with artists, writers and filmmakers whose names will be familiar, and points out de-facto Satanists throughout history, such as Benjamin Franklin and Mark Twain. Chapters include “Satan’s Master Plan” and “How to Perform Satanic Rituals.” Appendices list diabolically-inspired books, films and music, as well as a digest of letters the Church has received over the years. Debunks the many myths and misconceptions regarding Satanism that have been promulgated on the talk-show circuit.
