This early work by Arthur Edward Waite was originally published in 1896. It is an in depth study into the origins and history of Satanism and other mystical societies. This is a fascinating work thoroughly recommended for anyone with an interest in occultism. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions.