Key to Theosophy Abridged

The Key to Theosophy Abridged is an excellent introduction for the student seeking an introduction to the tenets presented in the Secret Doctrine.  HPB deluged with ques­tions regarding human constitution after the publications of Isis Unveiled, wrote this poignant book.  Written in the form of questions and answers, HPB goes through the various topics simply and directly. 

This abridged version by Joy Mills explains spiritual and psychological man; mysteries of periodic rebirths; and difference between fate, destiny, free will, and karma as presented by Helena Blavatsky.  These and many other questions on theosophical philosophy are answered simply and directly.  Ideal for both spiritual seekers ans students of theosophy, this book gives readers a solid introduction to a worldview which gives meaning and purpose to life.

Product Details:

ISBN# 9780835604277
Paperback, 192 pages.
Publisher: Quest Books, Published January 1972.
Size: 52.5 x 0.3 x 8.5 inches, Weight: 0.53 Lbs.

Authors

Helena P. Blavatsky

Helena Petrovna Blavatsky (also fondly known to students of Theosophy as HPB) was born on August 12, 1831, at Dnepropetrovsk (Ekaterinoslav), Ukraine, daughter of Colonel Peter Alexeyevich von Hahn and novelist Helena Andreyevna Fadeyev. In 1849 she married N. V. Blavatsky, and shortly thereafter began more than 20 years of extensive travel, which brought her into contact with mystic traditions the world over. Principal founder of the Theosophical Society in New York City in 1875, devoting her extraordinary literary talents to its humanitarian purposes until her death in London, England, on May 8, 1891. Along with writing her several books, H. P. Blavatsky kept up a voluminous correspondence contributing a steady stream of essays and articles to periodicals in English, French, and Russian.        

Joy Mills

Joy Mills, is a teacher by profession, has devoted most of her adult life to the work of The Theosophical Society. Joining the society in 1940, she has served in a number of capacities, including that of National President of both the American and Australian Sections of the society, as well as International Vice-President.

Her lecture tours have taken her to more than 50 countries and society branches. She has published several books, including a history of the American section, 100 Years of Theosophy, and her writings have been published in theosophical journals throughout the world. Mills holds a bachelors degree from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and a master's in English Literature from the University of Chicago. 

 Returning to her home in Ojai, CA, Mills continues to teach at the Krotona School and also serves on the Board of Trustees of the Krotona Institute. Mills continues as a member of the international society's General Council, its governing body, and has made frequent trips to its Indian headquarters. Now in semi-retirement, she devotes most of her time to writing while still presenting some classes at Krotona.