Anton LaVey

Anton Szandor LaVey (11 April 1930 - 29 October 1997), born Howard Stanton Levey, was the founder and High Priest of the Church of Satan, author of The Satanic Bible, and creator of the religion known as LaVeyan Satanism.

Anton LaVey was born in Chicago, Illinois, but spent most of his life in San Francisco, California.

LaVey pursued a variety of occupations before Walpurgisnacht, 30 April 1966, when he ritualistically shaved his head and founded the Church of Satan. He remained High Priest until his death.

An eclectic individual, he was fond of music, painting, antique automobiles, firearms, and animals (particularly the big cats). He is survived by his mate, Blanche Barton, son Xerxes, and daughters Karla and Zeena.

Books about Anton LaVey

• The Secret Life Of A Satanist by Blanche Barton, ISBN 0922915121
• The Devil's Avenger by Burton Wolfe -- Out of print

Films Featuring Anton LaVey

• "Satanis - The Devil's Mass"
• "Rosemary's Baby"
• "The Devil's Rain"
• "Invocation of my Demon Brother" (short)
• "Speak of the Devil"
• "Deathscenes" (narrator)

Recordings of Anton LaVey

• "The Satanic Mass"
• Satan Takes A Holiday
• "Strange Music"
• "Answer Me/Honolulu Baby" (single)

Books by Anton LaVey

• The Satanic Bible by Anton Szandor LaVey, ISBN 0380015390
• The Satanic Rituals by Anton Szandor La Vey, ISBN 0380013924
• The Satanic Witch by Anton Szandor LaVey, ISBN 0922915849
• The Devil's Notebook by Anton Szandor LaVey, ISBN 0922915113