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About The Book: The Wisdom of the Upanishats by Annie Besant interprets the core teachings of the ancient Indian Upanishads, emphasizing the nature of the Self (Atman), the unity of all existence, and the ultimate reality (Brahman). Besant explores how the Upanishads convey that the essence of every being is divine and interconnected. She highlights the pursuit of liberation (Moksha) through self-realization, transcending illusions (Maya), and attaining unity with the universal spirit. The book emphasizes meditation, moral discipline, and introspection as paths to spiritual enlightenment, making these profound Eastern philosophies accessible to Western readers. About The Author: Annie Besant (1847–1933) was a British socialist, theosophist, women's rights advocate, and key supporter of Indian nationalism, serving as the first female president of the Indian National Congress in 1917. Originally an advocate for atheism, she shifted to theosophy after meeting Helena Blavatsky. Besant fought for social reforms, education, and self-rule in India, founding institutions like the Central Hindu School. A prolific writer and orator, her notable works include On the Deity of Jesus of Nazareth (1872) and Christianity (1889). Her advocacy and writings left a lasting impact on social and political movements. Besant's impactful legacy includes over 300 literary works and her role in founding Banaras Hindu University. The Title 'The Wisdom of the Upanishats written/authored/edited by Annie Besant', published in the year 2024. The ISBN 9789367807811 is assigned to the Paperback version of this title. This book has total of pp. 119 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is Religion. Size of the book is 13.34 x 21.59 cms.