This 1893 autobiography of a controversial radical who challenged Victorian ideologies covers the first half of her life.
Having already published a bibliography on Annie Besant, Theodore Besterman in this book continued with the story of her life.
In 1907 she became President of the Theosophical Society. This volume include the following writings: Thought-Forms The Case For India My Path To Atheism Death—And After?
Born in London, Annie Besant started her life as a doubter and revolutionary, a non-believer and materialist.
She first came to India in 1893 and made India her home, travelling the length and breath of the country attracting thousands to her message of Brahmavidy? (Divine Wisdom).This book focuses on Annie Besant's work in India and for India.
Annie Besant (1 October 1847 - 20 September 1933) was a British socialist, theosophist, women's rights activist, writer and orator and supporter of Irish and Indian self-rule. In 1867, Annie...
Annie Besant: An Autobiography
The book reveals for the first time the full extent of the Government of India's alarm at Besant's commanding position in the crisis of 1917, and her bid for political and religious power in India Judged by Beatrice Webb to be the most ...
While a much easier read, this book still delivers the full spectrum and depth of the Theosophical philosophy.
Besant believed this work had positively changed her life and wanted others to enjoy the same benefit. Although penned a century ago, Besant’s wisdom on the subject is still germane.
The Origins of Theosophy contains thirteen of Besant’s pamphlets, originally published from 1883-1890. This book is ideal for students of theology.