Episode 209 - The Old Gods & The Mystic Pulse of Russia

Christopher McIntosh returns to A View Through the Veil for another engaging conversation. In a previous episode, we explored his book Occult Russia, and today we delve into his latest work, The Call of the Old Gods: My Occult Journey on the Pagan Path. We discuss the origins of his spiritual awakening, the pivotal moments that shaped his journey, and the path that led him to where he is today. A fascinating and insightful author, McIntosh offers a deep understanding of Russia’s esoteric traditions—particularly timely given the current global context.

Christopher McIntosh

Christopher McIntosh is a prolific and versatile author whose writing spans multiple genres and disciplines. Over the course of a richly varied and cosmopolitan career, he has worked as a journalist, publisher, United Nations official, and university lecturer. His life has taken him across continents and cultures, with residences in Edinburgh, London, New York, Hamburg, and Bremen—each city leaving its mark on his worldview and creative output.

McIntosh’s literary repertoire includes travel writing, literary criticism, and biography, but his principal passion lies in the study of Western esoteric traditions. His scholarly yet accessible works have contributed significantly to the understanding of occultism, Rosicrucianism, and the mystical currents of European history. Beyond nonfiction, he has also distinguished himself in the realm of fiction: his novels Return of the Tetrad and The Lebensborn Spy have earned acclaim for their imaginative depth and narrative skill, further cementing his reputation as a writer of both intellectual and artistic range.

The Call of the Old Gods: My Occult Journey on the Pagan Path

In The Call of the Old Gods, Christopher McIntosh offers a compelling blend of memoir and meditation, tracing his personal journey into paganism with intellectual depth and heartfelt sincerity. Through reflections on nature, ritual, and esoteric practice, he explores how reconnecting with the land and the rhythms of the Earth can awaken the sacred within. McIntosh introduces readers to the "Fivefold Path," a holistic spiritual approach grounded in both physical presence and mystical insight. Rich with encounters from the modern occult revival and detailed accounts of practices like Stav, sacred gardening, and seasonal rites, the book is both informative and inspiring. This is a profound and timely invitation to re-enchant life through a deeper relationship with the natural world.

To explore more about his work and current projects, visit his website at www.ozgard.net.