The book was originally published in 1929 and one of a series of Crowley's works to be published by Mandrake Press after a period in which Crowley found it difficult to publish due both to his lack of funds, and his notoriety.
First published in 1929, this work was one of several written by Crowley that were later released through Mandrake Press after he faced challenges in getting his works published, primarily due to financial difficulties and the controversy surrounding him.