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.

First published over 30 years ago, 'The Outsider' was an instant literary sensation. Through the works and lives of various artists, Wilson explores the psyche of the Outsider, studying his effect on society, and society's effect on him.

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...

Colin Wilson's great classic work is a comprehensive history of mystery and "magic." His genius lies in producing a skilful synthesis of the available material; clarifying without simplifying, seeing the occult in the light of reason and reason in the light of the mystical and paranormal. It is a journey of enlightenment - a wide-ranging survey of the whole subject and an insightful exploration of Man's latent powers. Republished two years after the author's death and with a new foreword by bibliographer Colin Stanley, Wilson brings his own refreshingly optimistic and stimulating...

'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...