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Unlike some other reproductions of classic texts (1) We have not
used OCR(Optical Character Recognition), as this leads to bad
quality books with introduced typos. (2) In books where there are
images such as portraits, maps, sketches etc We have endeavoured to
keep the quality of these images, so they represent accurately the
original artefact. Although occasionally there may be certain
imperfections with these old texts, we feel they deserve to be made
available for future generations to enjoy.
Unlike some other reproductions of classic texts (1) We have not
used OCR(Optical Character Recognition), as this leads to bad
quality books with introduced typos. (2) In books where there are
images such as portraits, maps, sketches etc We have endeavoured to
keep the quality of these images, so they represent accurately the
original artefact. Although occasionally there may be certain
imperfections with these old texts, we feel they deserve to be made
available for future generations to enjoy.
Unlike some other reproductions of classic texts (1) We have not
used OCR(Optical Character Recognition), as this leads to bad
quality books with introduced typos. (2) In books where there are
images such as portraits, maps, sketches etc We have endeavoured to
keep the quality of these images, so they represent accurately the
original artefact. Although occasionally there may be certain
imperfections with these old texts, we feel they deserve to be made
available for future generations to enjoy.
Charles Baudelaire opens "The Flowers of Evil" with a poem
entitled "Benediction," and it's special stuff -- but of course it
is, we're talking about a poem by Charles Baudelaire, for god's
sake.
When by the changeless Power of a Supreme Decree
The poet issues forth upon this sorry sphere,
His mother, horrified, and full of blasphemy,
Uplifts her voice to God, who takes compassion on her.
"Ah, why did I not bear a serpent's nest entire,
Instead of bringing forth this hideous Child of Doom
Oh curs d be that transient night of vain desire
When I conceived my expiation in my womb "
This is the veiled history of an Adept who elected to hide his true
identity. In this classic work, Scott weaves a wonderful teaching
story riddled with profound truths that are as valid today as when
this book was first written.
Written as a sequel to THE INITIATE, the Pupil (as Scott called
himself) reconnects with the master. He travels to Boston where
Justin Moreward Haig is teaching. As the story unfolds, you find
yourself in the presence of a great teacher who shows you how to
live an ordinary life with spiritual consciousness.
The role of music in the evolution of humanity Composer and author
Cyril Scott explores the role of music in the evolution of humanity
and shows how it has pushed human evolution forward. He explains
that music has a profound effect on history, morals, and culture
and is a more potent force in the molding of character than
religious creeds or moral philosophies. Whereas mediocre musicians
reflect only their own times, inspired ones help determine the
character of the future. Exploring the works of classical composers
such as Bach, Handel, Beethoven, Mendelssohn, Schumann, Chopin,
Wagner, and Strauss, Scott reveals how their compositions were
actively influenced by a hierarchy of initiates, evolved spiritual
intelligences, and devas to make the way fertile for human
spiritual evolution. Scott explains how humans are composed not
only of a physical body, emotional body, and a mental body but also
a sensation body that acts as the bridge between the physical realm
and the hierarchy of initiates. Scott shows how the music of great
composers affects not only those listening but also society as a
whole--from Beethoven's influence on the creation of psychoanalysis
to Chopin's musical influence on the emancipation of women.
Charles Pierre Baudelaire (1821-67) was a French poet. His most
famous work Les Fleurs du mal (The Flowers of Evil) is included in
this volume in both French and English. It describes the changing
nature of beauty in modern industrialising Paris. Baudelaire's
style of prose-poetry was highly original and influenced many poets
who drew on his work.
Charles Baudelaire opens "The Flowers of Evil" with a poem
entitled "Benediction," and it's special stuff -- but of course it
is, we're talking about a poem by Charles Baudelaire, for god's
sake.
When by the changeless Power of a Supreme Decree
The poet issues forth upon this sorry sphere,
His mother, horrified, and full of blasphemy,
Uplifts her voice to God, who takes compassion on her.
"Ah, why did I not bear a serpent's nest entire,
Instead of bringing forth this hideous Child of Doom
Oh cursed be that transient night of vain desire
When I conceived my expiation in my womb "
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