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One Thousand Moons: Krishnamurti at Eighty-Five is a rare and visually captivating tribute to the life and presence of the renowned philosopher, teacher, and spiritual figure Jiddu Krishnamurti, written and compiled by Asit Chandmal. Published by Harry N. Abrams, Inc. in 1985, this beautifully produced first edition captures Krishnamurti not through analysis or doctrine, but through the immediacy of photography, observation, and intimate narrative.The book blends over one hundred stunning photographs—many in full color—with Chandmal’s reflective commentary, offering a deeply personal glimpse into Krishnamurti’s later years. The photographs portray him in quiet contemplation, speaking to audiences, walking through nature, and engaging with those who sought his guidance. Each image carries a rare stillness, reflecting the serenity and clarity that defined Krishnamurti’s presence.Asit Chandmal, a long-time associate and friend of Krishnamurti, weaves his text with sensitivity and admiration. His narrative is neither biographical nor interpretive; rather, it serves as an aesthetic meditation—an attempt to mirror the silence, intelligence, and luminosity that emanated from Krishnamurti’s being. Through these pages, the reader witnesses the philosopher not as an abstract teacher, but as a living embodiment of awareness and simplicity at the age of eighty-five.