Obsolete Spells

Discover the enchanting world of Obsolete Spells by Justin Hopper, a captivating collection of rare pagan poetry and vibrant prose that immerses you in the heart of the 1920s counterculture. Published in 2021, this 240-page book unveils another facet of Victor Neuburg, renowned for his connections with literary giants like Dylan Thomas and the infamous Aleister Crowley, who once humorously turned him into a camel.

This remarkable work showcases Neuburg's unique poems alongside the strange yet fascinating publications from his hand-operated imprint, Vine Press, which he operated from his idyllic West Sussex cottage between 1920 and 1930. Experience Neuburg's tumultuous yet absurd relationship with Crowley, as well as his significant contributions to the literary scene as the editor of the influential "Poet's Corner." Obsolete Spells offers readers a rare glimpse into a world of magic, poetry, and the complexities of a literary life steeped in mysticism.