Illuminatus!

Book • 1977

Author

Robert Anton Wilson

Author

Robert Shea

Illuminatus!

is a science fiction trilogy exploring conspiracy theories, alternative realities, and the nature of belief, blending humor, philosophy, and psychedelic elements.

Mentioned by

Nick Gillespie

Josh Clark

Zach West

Mentioned in 3 episodes

Mentioned by

Zach West

as one of the books that introduced him to Robert Anton Wilson's work.

39 snips

Episode 43: Gabriel Kennedy - Chapel Perilous: The Life and Thought Crimes of Robert Anton Wilson

Mentioned by

Nick Gillespie

as a mid-70s novel trilogy and a parody of conspiracy thinking.

18 snips

How a Government Mind Control Experiment Backfired

Mentioned by the host in relation to the Illuminatus! Trilogy and its connection to Crowley.

William Ramsey: The Life & Times of Aleister Crowley, Prophet of Evil

Mentioned by

Josh Clark

as a friend of William S. Burroughs and co-author of the Illuminatus! Trilogy, where the number 23 plays a significant role.

Short Stuff: The Number 23

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