The Works of Aleister Crowley.

First collected edition, "Essay Competition" issue of the collected writings of the noted occult writer. Octavo, three volumes bound into one as issued in the original publisher's limp linen with gilt titles to the front panel, top edge gilt with others untrimmed. Boldly signed by the author on the second free endpaper, "With Mr. Aleister Crowley's compliments." When the standard edition of his Collected Works failed to sell in great numbers, in an attempt to boost sales Crowley offered a PS100 prize for the best essay on his works. The winner was also allegedly the only entrant, a Captain J. F. C. Fuller who enthused over Crowley's skill as a poet. [Yorke 23]. In near fine condition. Housed in a custom felt-lined half vellum clamshell box. Rare.