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Isis Unveiled
Secrets of the Ancient Wisdom Tradition, Madame Blavatsky's First Work
by Kern Foundation ; Michael Gomes ; H. P. Blavatsky
ISBN: 0835607291
ISBN-13: 9780835607292
Format: Paperback
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Summary
The first major work of one the principal founders of the Theosophical Society, first published in 1878. Here Blavatsky unveils her understanding of ancient, esoteric wisdom and its relation to the world of science and to the modern world.
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Bibliographic Details
Publisher: Quest Books
Published date: 1997
Size: 6.25 x 9.25 inches
Weight: 1.05 pounds
Pages: 274
Publisher's Notes
Helena P. Blavatsky was a world traveler and fearless investigator of unexplained mysteries in cosmic and human nature.
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ISIS UNVEILED: Secrets Of The Ancient Wisdom Tradition--New Abridgement...By Michael Gomes
Blavatsky, Helena P
New. ISBN: 0835607291. Paperback. . Free giftwrap upon request. Brand new, not a used item. Ships in sturdy box with delivery confirmation (in US). This first work by the young russian noblewoman who founded the theosophical society caused quite a sensation when it was first published in 1877. She was a world traveler and fearless investigator of unexplained mysteries. Abridged for modern readers, this new edition breathes fresh life into a classic of western esoteric thinking. ( more information) Offered by Konstantin Krylov (United States)
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BLAVATSKY, H.P. BLAVATSY, HELENA
QUEST BOOKS,U.S, 1997. ABRIDGED ED. Brand new. This first major work by the young Russian noblewoman who founded the Theosophical Society, explores "the mysteries of the ancient and modern science and technology". ( more information) Offered by Thunder Books (United States)
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BLAVATSKY, H.P. BLAVATSY, HELENA
QUEST BOOKS,U.S, 2006. ABRIDGED ED. Brand new. <br>Author: BLAVATSKY, H.P. BLAVATSY, HELENA<br>Publisher: QUEST BOOKS,U.S.<br>Year Of Publication: 1997<br>Edition: ABRIDGED ED<br>Pages: 286<br>Publication Country: USA<br>Dimensions: 228 x 152<br>Format: paperback<br>This first major work by the young Russian noblewoman who founded the Theosophical Society, explores "the mysteries of the ancient and modern science and technology". ( more information) Offered by Thunder Books (United States)
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Brand new. Helena P. Blavatsky was a world traveler and fearless investigator of unexplained mysteries in cosmic and human nature. ( more information) Offered by Thunder Books (United States)
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