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Jack Parsons

What Magic Is This?

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The Agape Lodge: Exploring Crowley's Disciples in Los Angeles

This chapter delves into the establishment and significance of the Agape Lodge, the first American lodge of the OTO and Aleister Crowley's personal disciples. It explores Jack Parsons' fascination with occult practices, his embrace of Crowley's teachings, and his friendship with key figures such as Grady McMurdy. The chapter also discusses the strained relationship between Parsons and Crowley within Thalima, as well as the controversies and free love atmosphere at the Gape Lodge.

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