{"product_id":"behind-the-wall-of-illusion-the-religious-esoteric-and-occult-worlds-of-the-beatles-9781912992461","title":"Behind the Wall of Illusion: The Religious, Esoteric and Occult Worlds of the Beatles","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003eThe Beatles brought color, joy, freedom, and love to a grey, post-war world, but they also harbored hidden, sometimes darker worlds and influences that are often downplayed by their biographers. Behind the Wall of Illusion examines the spiritual inspirations that the Beatles brought to the changing cultural landscape of the 1960s, including Indian ashrams, questionable gurus, hallucinatory drugs, and the tragic assassination of John Lennon. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 284 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 21 April 2023\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Clairview Books\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Beatles, a vibrant and influential band, brought a burst of color, joy, freedom, and love to a gray and post-war world. However, their success in the music industry concealed deeper, sometimes darker realms and influences that often go unnoticed by their biographers. Throughout their career, the Fab Four encountered a multitude of spiritual movements, religious groups, esoteric philosophies, and mystical teachings that left a profound impact on their thinking. These ideas, in turn, shaped their music and influenced the broader public consciousness.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn his book, \"Behind the Wall of Illusion,\" Sean MacLeod delves into the spiritual inspirations that the Beatles brought to the evolving cultural landscape of the 1960s. He explores the influence of Indian ashrams, questionable gurus, and hallucinatory drugs on the band members. MacLeod also uncovers hidden clues in the Beatles' album covers and films, investigates rumors of Paul's death in a car crash and his covert replacement, and examines the tragic assassination of John Lennon and the unknown perpetrators behind the crime.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis comprehensive book is a must-read for any Beatles enthusiast, providing a deeper understanding of the band's influences and the profound impact they had on the world of music and popular culture. Through his meticulous research and engaging storytelling, MacLeod sheds light on the lesser-known aspects of the Beatles' journey, offering a fresh perspective on their legacy and the lasting impact they continue to have on generations of fans.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 448g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 155 x 234 x 31 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9781912992461\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sean MacLeod","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":44203887395066,"sku":"9781912992461","price":10.97,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/noImage_1_555582f3-50d4-4ee2-a3ec-348198d93383.jpg?v=1682934362","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/behind-the-wall-of-illusion-the-religious-esoteric-and-occult-worlds-of-the-beatles-9781912992461","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}