Annie Besant

Annie Besant was a remarkable figure of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, known for her passionate advocacy for social reform, women's rights, and spiritual enlightenment. Born in 1847 in London, she began her career as a teacher and a writer, eventually becoming a prominent speaker for the Theosophical Society. Her journey into the realm of mysticism and philosophy led her to India, where she became deeply involved in the political landscape, championing the cause of Indian independence and education. Besant's life was a tapestry of activism, spirituality, and intellectual exploration, making her a key player in the socio-political movements of her time.

My Path to Atheism

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Annie Besant



My Path to Atheism is a remarkable document in many ways, not least that it was written by a woman in Victorian England, not the most open f…

Annie Besant

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In her autobiography, Annie Besant poignantly writes of her search for the truth of what she believed in, leaving Christianity behind to emb…

Marriage, as it was, as it is and as it should be

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In this short pamphlet, Annie Besant - a well-known British women's rights activist - lays down British marriage laws as they were at her ti…

An Introduction to Yoga

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Four lectures by Annie Besant to give an outline and better understanding of Yoga - Summary by Ritu Aarcee

Thought Power: Its Control and Culture

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This book presents a clear and systematic study of the nature of thought from the Theosophical perspective. Its study will help the reader g…

Ancient Ideals in Modern Life: Four Lectures

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Four lectures about East Indian spirituality delivered at the twenty-fifth anniversary meeting of the Theosophical Society at Benares, 1900.…

Karma

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Many have heard the word Karma - the law of cause and effect governing human actions, thoughts, and desires - but rarely do people understan…