The Idyll of the White Lotus

Collins, Mabel. The Idyll of the White Lotus. London: Theosophical Publishing House, 1919. Fourth Edition. 8vo. 169pp. Blind-stamped blue cloth. Age wear to binding. Name, place and date handwritten by previous owner on free front endpaper. “The ensuing pages contains a story which has been told in all ages and among every people. It is the tragedy of the Soul. Attracted by Desire, the ruling element in the lower nature of Man, it stoops to sin; brought to itself by suffering, it turns for help to the redeeming Spirit within; and in the final sacrifice achieves its apotheosis and sheds a blessing on mankind.” Binding in good, interior in very good condition. g. Hardcover. (19920) $45