Sets out to explore the remote depths of history, inspired by the revelation that the Sphinx had been weathered by water and not by wind-blown sand and was, therefore, thousands of years older than the oldest civilisation known to man. This book attempts to understand how the people in that age thought, felt and communicated on a universal plane.

Colin Wilson's (1931-2013) first book, 'The Outsider', was published in 1956. It brought him instant recognition as one of the most radical thinkers of his generation. 'Brandy of the Damned' was first published in 1964, and in revised form in 1967. In this book Wilson navigates a fascinating journey through the world of music, providing insights into Mozart and Beethoven, provocatively tackling what was then the 'modern' music of Schoenberg and Stravinsky, and speculating on the nature and spirit of jazz and many other musical subjects.

Foruli Classics - classic music and popular...

'An entertaining confidence game, which seduces, startles, and ... assuredly succeeds in engaging one's interest.' - "Kirkus Reviews"
' Wilson] continues to try to find out what is really important in life ... surely his intentions deserve all our respect. And by the way, "Necessary Doubt" is also quite a good thriller.' - "Times Literary Supplement"
'A grippingly readable suspense story.' - "The Observer"
Several extremely rich men have died under suspicious circumstances, and Karl Zweig, a professor of philosophy, has reason to suspect they were murdered by his former...