A Series of Lessons in Gnani Yoga (The Yoga of Wisdom), Year 1907

Step back in time with this fascinating and rare vintage 1907 first edition of "Lessons in Gnani Yoga (The Yoga of Wisdom)" by the influential author Yogi Ramacharaka. Published by The Yogi Publication Society in Chicago, Illinois (with London agents L.N. Fowler & Co.), this book is a significant historical artifact for collectors, spiritual seekers, & enthusiasts of early Eastern philosophy in the West.
This volume compiles monthly lessons originally issued between October 1906 and September 1907, as detailed in the "Publishers' Notice." It offers "THE HIGHEST YOGI TEACHINGS REGARDING THE ABSOLUTE AND ITS MANIFESTATIONS." The "Publishers' Notice" further explains the original format of the lessons and the intent behind publishing them in this permanent form, noting that "There have been no changes made in the text."
The book's front cover prominently displays "Gnani Yoga" and "BY YOGI RAMACHARAKA" along with a distinctive central symbol. The copyright page clearly shows copyrights for both 1906 &1907 by The Yogi Publication Society, along with the notation "Entered at Stationers' Hall. All rights reserved."
Condition Details:
This rare book is in good vintage condition for its age (over 115 years old!). The interior pages are remarkably clean and well-preserved, showing minimal foxing or discoloration, which is rare for a book of this vintage. The text is crisp and fully legible throughout. The original red cloth cover exhibits some expected wear, including light fading, some minor marks, and a slight overall warp to the boards (as clearly visible in the photos). Despite this, the binding remains solid and intact, and the book is completely readable.