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About The Book: Wave of Bliss (Ānandalaharī) by Arthur Avalon (pseudonym of Sir John Woodroffe) is a profound work on the mystical and philosophical dimensions of Tantra. The book presents the Sanskrit text of the Ānandalaharī, a revered 41-verse poem attributed to the great sage Abhinavagupta, along with its English translation and detailed commentary. The Ānandalaharī explores the concept of divine bliss and its manifestation in the form of the goddess Tripura Sundari. Avalon delves into the esoteric aspects of the poem, offering insights into Tantric practices, meditation, and the nature of divine consciousness, making it accessible to both scholars and spiritual seekers. About The Author: Sir John George Woodroffe (1865–1936), writing under the pseudonym Arthur Avalon, was a British Orientalist and scholar who brought Hindu philosophy and Tantra to the Western world. His works, including Introduction to the Tantra Śāstra, Shakti and Shâkta, and The Serpent Power, significantly influenced the study of Indian spiritual traditions, especially Tantra, yoga, and Shaktism. Woodroffe's books explore the philosophical, metaphysical, and esoteric aspects of these traditions, often providing detailed commentaries on sacred texts. His scholarship played a crucial role in increasing global awareness of Hindu thought and its spiritual practices, blending traditional wisdom with Western intellectual frameworks. The Title 'Wave of Bliss Ānandalaharī: Sanskrit Text with English Translation and Commentary written/authored/edited by Arthur Avalon', published in the year 2025. The ISBN 9789370146792 is assigned to the Paperback version of this title. This book has total of pp. 124 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in Sanskrit, English. The subject of this book is Religious. Size of the book is 13.34 x 21.59 cms.