Of Cosmogonic Eros
Theion Publishing is proud to release the first-ever English translation of one of the most important metaphysical works of the 20th century: Of Cosmogonic Eros by the German visionary Ludwig Klages. This monograph is dedicated entirely to an in-depth examination of the mysteries of Eros and the most powerful forms of ecstasy. Here Klages presents a pandaemonic vision of becoming which is inextricably linked to an Eros whose elemental power shatters everyday consciousness and mates the individual to the secrets of the cosmos. The author seeks to restore Eros to his true status and function by carefully distilling his essence against all falsifications and distortions. Showing how Eros is related to Thanatos and integral to every true cultus of the dead and ancestral worship, Klages leaves no doubt that only the Eroto-Gnostic holds the keys to authentic Life and the daemonic empowerment of the Cosmos.
272 pages, 165×235 mm. printed on wood-free high quality paper (115gsm). b/w illustrations and photo reproduction. Surbalin endpapers.
Cloth Hardcover Edition
Bound in cosmic-blue fine cloth. Dust jacket, front embossing, lettering on spine, headbands.
Limited to 745 copies only.
Cloth hardcover copies are in stock and shipping.
Auric Edition
Fully hand-bound in antique-bordeaux leather.
Raised bands, front and back embossing, lettering on spine, ribbon, headbands, solid slipcase.
Includes a booklet with an essay by David Beth entitled “Katabasis and Eroto-Gnosis: A short consideration.” This piece was composed exclusively for this publication and will be signed by the author.
Limited to 54 hand-numbered copies only.
