The Ancient Wisdom

William Q. Judge, co-founder of the Theosophical Society, lays out the whole system in plain language: the sevenfold nature of man, karma, reincarnation, after-death states and cyclic evolution. Still the most recommended first book on Theosophy.

William Q. Judge

A short, clear overview written as an entry point to the classic works. Leadbeater moves from the Absolute to the formation of the solar system, the constitution of man, life after death, reincarnation and the purpose of life.

C. W. Leadbeater

An anthology of Blavatsky's own writings, arranged by Daniel H. Caldwell as a guided path into her thought. It opens with a sketch of her life and moves through key passages of Isis Unveiled and The Secret Doctrine, closing with a glossary of terms.

H. P. Blavatsky (comp. Daniel H. Caldwell)

Annie Besant presents Theosophy from four angles: as science, as morality and art, as philosophy and as religion. A compact introduction that shows how the teachings connect with everyday life.

Annie Besant