I’ve seen a lot of Michael w ford running around and I was wondering what everyones opinions of him were? Should I read his books, are they worth me hunting down?
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I havent read his work. But I did get some recommendations for him on the book list i was putting together. So its probably worth it. Hes on my list. I just have a big list because i got so many great suggestions. Im the last two days ive gotten four books and three more will be here monday. 
It’s worth reading to discover your own opinion and experience of such. They are easy to find and price savvy for such.
I wouldnt say so. its helpful for your imagination though. to each their own. he has good fiction
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I LOVe Ford and his works he is quite knowledgeable on many topics and has done serious research of his own into the systems he writes about I would highly recommend his work I would also recommend Mason’s works she is spot on as well, cheers!
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I have read some of his works and I did like them a lot. The first book of his that I read was “Wisdom of Eosphoros”, which I liked very much, even though it’s purely theoretical. It gives a very detailed account of the philosophy of the left hand path, that is really helpful for newcomers. Apart from that, I have also read " Maskim hul", " Dragon of the two flames", " The book of the witch moon" and “Akhkharu”, which are all practical grimoires. “Maskim hul” is definitely in my " to do" list for the future, maybe “Akhkharu” too, but I havent decided about that yet.
What I like the most about Ford’s books, is the huge amount of background historical information included in them. If you are a history nerd like me, you will definitely appreciate them, but if you are not then it might be a little tiring, because he REALLY goes in depth on the history department. “Dragon of the two flames” is the most extreme example of what I mean. If I remember well, there are over 300 pages of historical info in that grimoire.
However, personally I don’t believe that his work is suitable for begginers, because like many other occult authors, Ford pretty much assumes that the reader is already familiar with evocation, invocation and astral travel. He basically gives little to no information on how the above mentioned practices are actually performed. Additionaly, his books don’t include detailed instructions on how the rituals should be performed, just a vague outline. So, it’s up to the practioner to fill in the gaps. Most of the time, he just gives a sigil and a hymn/conjuration and that’s it pretty much. “Akhkharu” contains a bit more detailed instructions for the rituals, but it will still seem somewhat confusing in the eyes of a beginner.
Also you might wanna check his “Ahrimanic yoga” practice, which is really a powerhouse imo. I hope this was helpful, cheers.
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What grimoires/books would you recommend for beginners? (They can be by any author)
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As a begginer myself, I can totally vouch for E.A.'s mastering divination and evocation courses ( I dont have the soul travel course yet), as they are really detailed and comprehensive. However, if you wanna stick strictly to books, “Works of Darkness” is really good. I’m almost done working through it and I have already learned so much. “Evoking eternity” is also really good if you dont have access to the video course. I personally have " Draconian ritual book" by Asenath Mason next in line, for when I’m done with E.A.'s stuff. That book also seems very promising.
You might also want to check some older and perhaps more well-known books on magickal training, such as “Initiation into hermetics” by Franz Bardon (a lot of people in this forum actually swear over this book), “Modern magick” by Donald Michael Kraig, “Apophis” by Michael Kelly and “Summoning spirits” by Konstantinos.
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As a begginer myself, I can totally vouch for E.A.'s mastering divination and evocation courses ( I dont have the soul travel course yet), as they are really detailed and comprehensive. However, if you wanna stick strictly to books, “Works of Darkness” is really good. I’m almost done working through it and I have already learned so much. “Evoking eternity” is also really good if you dont have access to the video course. I personally have " Draconian ritual book" by Asenath Mason next in line, for when I’m done with E.A.'s stuff. That book also seems very promising.
You might also want to check some older and perhaps more well-known books on magickal training, such as “Initiation into hermetics” by Franz Bardon (a lot of people in this forum actually swear over this book), “Modern magick” by Donald Michael Kraig, “Apophis” by Michael Kelly and “Summoning spirits” by Konstantinos.[/quote]
Thanks
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JMO, “Modern Magick” and “Summoning Spirits” are both very good for beginners. I own them both, and they were both helpful. They are both very much Ceremonial-type magick, so if that’s not your cup of tea…
I wouldn’t recommend any of Bardon’s works for beginners. “Initiation Into Hermetics” is really a life style. To follow his program takes a huuuuge commitment. You pretty much have to live it, everyday. If you don’t have the time, or will, it’s not for you. Still a good book, though.
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JMO, “Modern Magick” and “Summoning Spirits” are both very good for beginners. I own them both, and they were both helpful. They are both very much Ceremonial-type magick, so if that’s not your cup of tea…
I wouldn’t recommend any of Bardon’s works for beginners. “Initiation Into Hermetics” is really a life style. To follow his program takes a huuuuge commitment. You pretty much have to live it, everyday. If you don’t have the time, or will, it’s not for you. Still a good book, though.[/quote]
Could you post those under my thread the list? Please and thank you 
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Yes,you should read the works of Michael Ford if Luciferian magick interests you. Also his material is pretty easy to comprehend. I own Akhkharu, Sekhem Apep, Book of the Witch Moon, The Bible of the Adversary, The Luciferian Tarot, The Luciferian Goetia and Beginning Luciferian Magick. These are all great books and Ford does include a ton of beginner material in each of his books so that everyone can comprehend and understand each system he writes about.I think he’s a great author who’s work can be enjoyed by both beginners and adepts.
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