Old Diary Leaves 18837 The Only Authentic History of the Theosophical Society [Paperback]

This volume covers the period 18831887 (during which Madame Blavatsky resigns) in the history of the Theosophical Society.This volume covers the period 18831887. Olcott considers what has been achieved since he and Madame Blavatsky met in 1874. She resigns from the Society and goes into exile in Europe but he is determined to facilitate a fair assessment of her invaluable contribution to the Society.This volume covers the period 18831887. Olcott considers what has been achieved since he and Madame Blavatsky met in 1874. She resigns from the Society and goes into exile in Europe but he is determined to facilitate a fair assessment of her invaluable contribution to the Society.Henry Steel Olcott (18321907), co-founder of the Theosophical Society, was a versatile man. He is regarded as one of the pioneers of American agricultural education and also served in the U.S. War Department. Later Olcott was admitted to the New York Bar and became interested in psychology and spiritualism, travelling to India and Sri Lanka with Madame Blavatsky to explore eastern spiritual traditions, especially Buddhism. This volume covers the period 18831887: Olcott tells of his meetings with many of the 'Masters' of the Society and considers what has been achieved since he and Madame Blavatsky met in Vermont in 1874. He is invited to Burma by its king, who is interested in hearing about Olcott's work; Madame Blavatsky resigns as Corresponding Secretary of the Society and goes into exile in Europe. The author, however, is determined to give a fair assessment of her invaluable contribution to the Society.Introduction; 1. Official recognition; 2. Adept seen at Pondich?ry; 3. The Master K. H. at Lahore; 4. Reception by Maharajah of Kashmir; 5. Mysterious disappearance of Damodar; 6. 'Coming events cast their shadows before'; 7. Phenomena and healing at Nice; 8. A struggle in the London Lodge T. S.; 9. H. P. B. and the S. P. R. Report; 10. Successful issue of Buddhist mission; 11. Reality ofló%