Song of the Dark Man

Song of the Dark Man: Father of Witches, Lord of the Crossroads
Darragh Mason
Inner Traditions
ISBN 9978-1644119099
$18.99

A shadowed figure appears again and again at the edges of folklore and personal transformation—neither entirely demon nor mere symbol, but something older, more enigmatic and profoundly initiatory. This is the presence at the heart of Song of the Dark Man by Darragh Mason, a work that traces the Dark Man through Celtic manuscripts, witch trial records and firsthand accounts. Rather than casting him as a villain, Mason repositions this being as a force that challenges, provokes and ultimately awakens those who encounter him.

What distinguishes this book is its balance of historical depth and experiential insight. Mason doesn’t rely solely on archival sources; he weaves in his own experiences and thoughtful interviews with contemporary practitioners, creating a tapestry that is as intimate as it is scholarly. The Dark Man emerges here not just as a mythic figure but as a living presence—one that disrupts, questions and, for those willing, initiates. Contributions from voices like Shullie H. Porter and Peter Grey anchor this presence within modern magical practice.

Judiciously written and rich with poetic moments, Sing of the Dark Man invites readers to reexamine their assumptions about fear, power and the shadowed gateways to personal purpose. It is a bold and reverent work—unafraid to dwell in mystery and unflinching in its call to deeper transformation. For those willing to look directly into the dark, this book may well light the way.