A study of Lilith in her many forms over time, from ancient mythology to modern astrology.
 
This is a look at the figure of Lilith, the apocryphal first wife of Adam and a symbol often used to reflect society's most misogynistic portrayals of women. The authors examine Lilith's place in the ancient and medieval worlds, proposing esoteric ways of reading her different representations throughout history. Reference is made to the Kabbalah, Freud and psychoanalysis, witchcraft, and modern astrology, revealing how she might be understood by the modern reader. Closing the book is a brief but practical appendix setting out specific methods the reader might use to approach Lilith, drawing on sources such as medieval texts, traditional witchcraft and ancient Mesopotamian rites and chants. This is a well-thought-out book that would be appropriate for any reader with an interest in Lilith, especially if they would like to include her in their practice.
 
London: Troy Books, 2021. Paperback, 364 pages. New.