Publisher's Synopsis
Occult Essays is a collection of essays written by A. P. Sinnett, a prominent figure in the field of occultism in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The book is divided into three sections: ""Theosophical"", ""Psychical"", and ""Other Essays"". In the first section, Sinnett explores the principles and teachings of Theosophy, a spiritual and philosophical movement that emerged in the late 19th century. He discusses topics such as karma, reincarnation, and the nature of the soul, drawing on the writings of Theosophical leaders such as Helena Blavatsky and Henry Olcott.The second section focuses on psychical research, which was a popular area of study during Sinnett's time. He examines various phenomena such as telepathy, clairvoyance, and spiritualism, and discusses the implications of these phenomena for our understanding of the nature of consciousness and reality.The final section includes essays on a range of topics, from the symbolism of ancient Egyptian religion to the scientific method and the limitations of human knowledge. Throughout the book, Sinnett draws on a wide range of sources, including Eastern and Western philosophy, science, and religion, to offer a comprehensive and thought-provoking exploration of the occult and its implications for our understanding of the world.1905. Contents: doctrine of reincarnation; memory of nature; our future in this world; next world; life in the next world; true meaning of occultism; future life of animals; intellectual progress of animals; purpose of knowledge; inspiration in politics; management of mankind; women of the future; socialism in the light of occult science; Dr. Wallace's view of creation; earthquakes and their consequences; Professor Mendeleef's conception of the ether; origin of life.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.