Hall and were created by his frequent artistic collaborators, J.A. Rarely seen and only recently discovered in the archives at the Philosophical Research Society, these works were first commissioned by Manly P. The four special edition prints were selected from the many artworks originally created for the first edition of The Secret Teachings of All Ages. This meticulously-restored version of Hall’s “Great Book” is also accompanied by an expansive companion book, featuring condensed summaries of each chapter of The Secret Teachings, alongside newly-discovered artworks, rare photography from Hall’s archives as well as essays from journalists Mitch Horowitz and Jessica Hundley. Nearly a century after its release, this iconic masterwork has been reproduced for the first time from the rare and extravagant original edition.

Upon his return he spent the next five years penning his massive compendium of philosophy and myth. Circumnavigating by ship, Hall visited Egypt, China and India, immersing himself in the philosophical and religious history of each country. The initial concept for what became known as Hall’s “Great Book”, first began in 1923 when the young Los Angeles-based orator began a months-long trip around the globe. Augustus Knapp, with additional images by Mihran Serailian found in the companion volume, each taking their own unique approach to nearly 60 artworks depicting occult subject matter. Each chapter is accompanied by the vivid illustrations of artist J. Hall’s densely detailed writings explore topics ranging from Hermeticism to Tarot, Egyptian mythology to Pythagorean theory. Hall’s masterful encyclopedia of ancient symbols, hidden rituals, and arcane practices has remained a classic since first published in 1928. Renowned philosopher and lecturer Manly P. The classic encyclopedia of the arcane in an expanded edition Includes companion book, 9.4 x 7.4 in., 256 pages, both with leatherette-bound spine and gold foil embossingĤ prints in a portfolio, each 13.2 x 18.7 in.

The teachings of all ages