Aleister Crowley remains one of history's most alluring targets for speculation, rumour and fabrication, but who was the real Crowley? Combing through Crowley's journals, letters and contemporary accounts, Lore and Lies presents an unbiased account of Crowley's life, seeking to neither demonise nor sanctify the life of this intriguing character, allowing the reader to draw their own conclusions about one of history's most controversial characters. Born into money, Crowley set out on a journey to conquer the world and the sickness that blighted his childhood, both physically and spiritually. The influence of Crowley can still be seen in the modern day occult, from his work on Tarot, Yoga and Kabbalah; still considered by many to have written the definitive works on many magical topics. But Crowley's contributions to pop culture cannot be overlooked, inspiring iconic musicians such as Jimmy Page of Led Zeppelin and David Bowie to more modern artists like Jay-Z, wearing his infamous motto: "Do What Thou Wilt." Aleister Crowley remains one of history's most alluring targets for speculation, rumour and fabrication, but who was the real Crowley? Combing through Crowley's journals, letters and contemporary accounts, Lore and Lies presents an unbiased account of Crowley's life, seeking to neither demonise nor sanctify the life of this intriguing character, allowing the reader to draw their own conclusions about one of history's most controversial characters. Born into money, Crowley set out on a journey to conquer the world and the sickness that blighted his childhood, both physically and spiritually. The influence of Crowley can still be seen in the modern day occult, from his work on Tarot, Yoga and Kabbalah; still considered by many to have written the definitive works on many magical topics. But Crowley's contributions to pop culture cannot be overlooked, inspiring iconic musicians such as Jimmy Page of Led Zeppelin and David Bowie to more modern artists like Jay-Z, wearing his infamous motto: "Do What Thou Wilt." Crowley's rebellion in his youth is even seen by many to have the catalyst of the modern teenager.