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Sasha Chaitow

About Me

Sasha Chaitow PhD is a British-Greek cultural historian, author, artist, and lecturer whose work delves into the rich intersections of esotericism, philosophy, and the arts. An internationally exhibited artist, she is the author of numerous books and lectures worldwide, engaging diverse audiences while also teaching academic skills in health professions. Her current research focuses on Greek language, folklore, culture, and the medical humanities.

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Pre-Order the New Translation & Study of Horapollon’s Hieroglyphica

New translation and commentary of Horapollon’s Hieroglyphica now available for pre-order!

March Lecture: Avatars of the Gods

I was honoured to have recently been invited to the Meeting in the Circle study group led by the wonderful Sorita D'Este, to give a lecture on some of my recent work. The lecture was delivered on March 8th, and the recording is available to subscribers. Here's the...

Forthcoming book! Unlocking the Secrets of Horapollon’s Hieroglyphica

I'm delighted to announce that my brand new translation of the Hieroglyphica of Horapollon with scholarly commentary is now in preparation with Black Letter Press. Alice and Clavdio Rocchetti are working their magic, and the book should be going to print in the next...

Round table on Esotericism and Orthodoxy at ESSWE 10

I'm delighted to confirm my participation in a round table on Esotericism and Orthodoxy at the 10th Biennial Conference of the European Society for the Study of Western Esotericism conference at Vilnius University, Lithuania. It's a great honour to have been invited...

IAHR Conference Paper on Orthodoxy and Hermetism

I'm delighted to confirm that my paper proposal has been accepted for participation in the XXIII International Association for the History of Religions World Congress 2025 at Jagiellonian University in Kraków, Poland. Here is my paper abstract: Theosis, Theurgy,...

Magickal Women Conference Confirmed!

I'm delighted to confirm that I will be speaking and vending at the Magickal Women Conference in Birmingham on 14th June! See the conference website for details and tickets. My lecture abstract: Chthonic brides and silken secrets Greek folk bridal embroidery and...

Magic in Modern Greek Culture

Magic in modern Greece was the PhD I didn’t get to do, because I was encouraged in a different direction and ended up specialising in the French Occult Revival.Nevertheless, it is a phenomenon and topic area interwoven throughout my culture, deeply influencing various...

Resurgam – almost

It has been two years since this website was updated - two painful years in which I abandoned all my projects to walk alongside my mother down a slow, agonising path that ended in her passing on November 4th 2023. Why I went AWOL Since summer 2022 I have been...

New Book! Son of Prometheus

Highly anticipated and certainly overdue, I am delighted to announce the publication of my book Son of Prometheus: The Life and Work of Joséphin Péladan by Theion Publishing. The Standard Edition The Auric Edition (sold out) Dedication page Unboxing! Unboxing 2 Based...

CONFERENCE PAPER: ESSWE 9

"A Counterpoint to the Sum of Stupidity, or, How to become a Daimonic Genius. Joséphin Péladan's curriculum for self-initiation as an Ariste Conference poster Behind the scenes, just before going live! Note: Due to personal circumstances I was not able to attend in...

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A seasoned and inspiring speaker, Sasha delivers expert lectures, workshops, and masterclasses on a variety of topics. Virtual or in person, she will be happy to discuss your needs. Click below for excerpts from past talks and a list of topic areas.