Review of The Holy Mountain (1973) by Ian J — 09 Nov 2007

Really bizzare - but brilliant alchemical imagery.

This review of The Holy Mountain (1973) was written by Ian J on 09 Nov 2007.

The Holy Mountain has generally received very positive reviews.

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