""A Disillusioned Occultist"" is a dramatic novel written by Charles Edward Barns and published in 1889. The story follows the life of an occultist who becomes disillusioned with his beliefs and experiences a crisis of faith. The protagonist, who remains unnamed, is a wealthy man who has dedicated his life to the study of the occult and the pursuit of spiritual enlightenment. However, after years of practice and study, he begins to question the validity of his beliefs and the effectiveness of his rituals. As the story progresses, the protagonist becomes increasingly isolated and withdrawn, struggling to find meaning in his life. He turns to alcohol and drugs to numb his pain and eventually reaches a breaking point. In a moment of desperation, he attempts to summon a demon, hoping to find answers to his questions. But the ritual goes awry, and he is left with nothing but his own despair. The novel explores themes of disillusionment, spiritual crisis, and the dangers of obsession. It also touches on the dark side of the occult and the potential consequences of dabbling in forces beyond one's control. Overall, ""A Disillusioned Occultist"" is a thought-provoking and haunting work of fiction that delves into the complexities of the human psyche and the search for meaning in a chaotic world.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.