Living magic master shares mind-bending secrets in new book
Famous comics writer **Alan Moore** reveals his 15-year magical project with late friend Steve Moore. The unusual book mixes comics art mysticism and do-it-yourself magic guidance for readers
In a regular house in Northampton Alan Moore (the mind behind Watchmen) keeps his snake-god shrine; its not your typical setup for a world-famous writer. About three decades ago he shocked everyone by saying heʼd become a magician - and he meant it
The comic genius who made more than half-a-billion dollars for Hollywood (but wont take their money) has spent 15-plus years working on his newest creation: a magic-teaching book. He made it with his long-time friend Steve Moore who passed away about 10 years ago; they were both self-taught creators from working-class roots
Their book “The Moon and Serpent Bumper Book of Magic“ combines different things:
* Magic theory essays
* Comic-style magician biographies
* A 1920s witch story
* DIY Egyptian temple instructions
In a space-time continuum of four dimensions every entity and every moment is eternal
The duo started their magic work in the mid-90s creating weird art shows that mixed poetry music and mysticism. They called it “The Moon and Serpent Grand Egyptian Theatre of Marvels“ - it was both serious and silly at the same time. Their new book follows that same spirit: its a mix of real magical ideas and fun activities (like those old-school activity books)
Moore never left his hometown despite global fame; he turned down Hollywood money and kept writing from his local spot. The book shows how you can find world-changing ideas right in your backyard - its about seeing magic in everyday places and making it real through art and imagination
