The Apophenion: a chaos magick paradigm | 
 enlarge | Author: Peter J Carroll
Publisher: Mandrake
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Pages: 168
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Dimensions (in): 8.4 x 5.4 x 0.5
ISBN: 1869928652
EAN: 9781869928650
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Publication Date: August 8, 2008
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Apophenion attacks most of the great questions of being, free will, consciousness, meaning, the nature of mind, and humanity's place in the cosmos, from a magical perspective. Some of the conclusions seem to challenge many of the deeply held assumptions that our culture has taught us, so brace yourself for the paradigm crash and look for the jewels revealed in the wreckage. This book contains something to offend everyone; enough science to upset the magicians, enough magic to upset the scientists, and enough blasphemy to upset most trancendentalists.
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An introduction to Apophenia November 4, 2008
1 out of 2 found this review helpful
I was really intrigued when Carroll released a new book on chaos magic. The Apophenion is the introduction to a goddess, more space/time specualtation, theory, and practice from Carroll, an exploration of the multi-mind and much more. It is a book worth picking up if you're into chaos magic or experimental magic, or if you're curious as to how someone who has training in math and science is applying that training to magic.
What I liked about the book was Carroll's succinct explanations of his theories about time magic and the multi-mind. I also liked his explanation of Apophenia and how one can work with her. I already consider her a deity of space/time workings from his description of her. I will note that the Apophenion is mainly a book of theory and that it assumes that readers already know a good deal about magic. Any practical applications of it, are left entirely in the hands of the readers to produce.
With this book, Carroll charts new path for chaos magic, while also updating readers on his own work. I highly recommend it as an inspiring and thought-provoking read.
5 out of 5 chaostars
Stokastikos Delivers Yet Again October 31, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
As co-founder of the chaos magic movement, any new book by Peter Carroll would compliment a serious chaote's library by default. However, his new book, "The Apophenion", need not rely on any of that, and would serve as the basis for his reputation if he did not already have one.
In "The Apophenion", Carroll takes his over a decade's worth of scientific exploration and seamlessly weaves it into the application of magic so that it becomes a workable theory by scientific standards.
All that said, the book has a number of typos. They don't detract from its immense worth, but I will keep my fingers crossed and my eyes out for an updated edition.
The Apophenion October 24, 2008
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
The latest and greatest from Carroll and his crowd; just get it and understanding will be made.
The most valuable book that I know of October 4, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
somehow, this slipped under my radar or i would have bought it a couple months ago when it first came out.
here, pete demolishes all of the most sacred fairy tales that mankind has created including self. then he provides lots of pointers for developing your own customized personal philosophy of life. if you consider any of your beliefs to be any more than mere expedients, then this could be unsettling at first. you'll get over it and be more for it.
if that's in the least interesting to you, then get this before it's banned.
just in case you're not familiar with Peter J. Carroll ...
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Chaoist Clarity September 26, 2008
3 out of 6 found this review helpful
The Apophenion refreshes us, the team within known as Lee Webb. Having savored Carroll's writings for years and benefited from them thoroughly we now delight in his latest release.
Do not worry that he only restates earlier material - this truly elegant product complements, clarifies and yet exceeds his previous works. Once again the team known as Stokastikos works marvels.
Many Thanks,
WTTLITHF
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