Goetic Evocation - 2nd Edition by Steve Savedow (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

Goetic Evocation was the first (and only) workbook ever specifically designed to be used in conjunction with the popular grimoire known as The Goetia, which is the first book of The Lesser Key of Solomon. It is an efficient working manual for the ritual magician who is interested in properly practicing the system outlined in The Goetia.

Steve Savedow provides detailed instructions for the necessary preparations, as well as the actual performance of the evocations, plus thorough dissections of every portion of The Goetia and a complete explanation of the hierarchy of the Goetic spirits. Also included are transcripts from the author's personal records documenting nine evocations that were performed between the years of 1985 and 1987 (which feature a lengthy interrogation of the spirit Bim), and the results of his extensive experimentation.

Review Quotes

An in-depth practical study of The Goetia. This is an ideal handbook for anyone interested in magick who wishes to experience the art of The Goetia. Written by one obviously well versed in the mechanics of the Goetic system, it removes all the ambiguity of previous editions. An invaluable addition to any practicing magicians' library. - Roger Williamson, author of The Sun At Night, Black Book of the Jackal, and founder of Magus Books

Steve Savedow wrote a very hands-on book called Goetic Evocation in which he looks at the Kabbalistic and practical considerations of using this text, with many tables and interesting experimental records." - Stephen Skinner & David Rankine in The Goetia of Dr Rudd

Steve Savedow [is a] serious and dedicated practitioner who proves that spirit evocation is neither a hoax or an irrational delusion. However subjective it may be (and no serious operator will claim it is not subjective), it is one of the most remarkable and challenging adventures an intrepid explorer of the unknown can experience. I give Steve's book five stars for reaching the summit (or the depths) -- even though he took the most dangerous and difficult route. - Carroll "Poke" Runyon, author Book of Solomon's Magick, Secrets of the Golden Dawn Cypher Manuscript, and more.

For those ready to work with the 72 demons of the Lesser Key of Solomon, I would suggest that possession of a copy of this book is a must. It is concise, to the point, and full of useful guidelines for those wishing to embark on the use of a volatile magickal system. It contains a number of tables clearly presented, which lists the correspondences as well as the relevant sigils reprinted from Crowley's original work. But this is no mere reprint, for there is plenty of additional information gleaned from the author's practical workings and general experience... - Simon Hinton of the Typhonian OTO in Starfire Vol 2, #2

Some writers have book-learning, some have actual experience - Steve Savedow is one of the few who have both. He has produced a perceptive study which should be read and re-read by anyone thinking of "meddling with the Goetia". - Tau Erigena, Senior EGC Bishop, British Isles