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The Upanishads are the most sacred texts of the Hindu religion, considered to contain the ultimate truth and the knowledge that leads to spiritual emancipation. They are the finest examples of Indian metaphysical and speculative thought. Out of the traditional 109 Upanishads, 10 of them are considered to be the principal ones: Isha, Kena and Katha, Prashan, Mundaka, Mandukya, Tattiriya, Aitareya, Chhandogya and Brihadaranyaka. The Ten Principal Upanishads is an introduction of the primary Upanishads to the uninitiated.

Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of celebrated poet William Butler Yeats as he unveils The Secret Rose, a mesmerizing collection of mystical tales steeped in the rich tradition of Irish folklore. These stories resonate with profound themes of loss and spiritual devotion. Accompanying this is the chapbook Rosa Alchemica, which delves into the shadowy realm of alchemical Rosicrucian practices, presented in Yeatss uniquely captivating prose. Join us for a journey through dark magic and ethereal beauty, narrated by Ben Tucker.

One of the best-known collections of W. B. Yeats' prose, The Celtic Twilight explores the old connection between the Irish people and the magical world of fairies. Yeats, by traveling the land in the early 20th century and talking to the common people about their experiences with the creatures, yielded a colorful overview of Celtic fairy folklore.

In this enchanting narrative poem, we delve into a captivating dialogue between the venerable Irish hero Oisín and St. Patrick. Oisín recounts his extraordinary three-hundred-year journey in the immortal isles of Faerie, where he wed the stunning Sidhe Niamh. Together, they embarked on grand adventures filled with feasting and quests. However, the allure of the mortal realm proves irresistible. As Oisín inadvertently slips from his faerie horse, he transforms into a frail old man, revealing the stark contrast between his noble deeds and the perceived weaknesses of the present generation. ...