Newton (Toyne) & others. The Demonic Connection.
£150
An investigation into Satanism in England and the International Black Magic Conspiracy
Poole et al, Blandford Press, 1987.
First edition, first impression. Signed by the author. 8vo. Original boards. Dust-jacket.
Appearing at the height of Britain’s “Satanic Panic” of the late 1980s, this work belongs to a recognisable genre of sensationalist occult investigation publishing of that period, alongside works by authors such as Doreen Irvine and Kevin Logan.
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Usual toning to text-block; boards a little toned at edges; jacket very good.
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