Archival Source Documents for the History of Early Theosophy and Krishnamurti
Krotona Archives is the website for the works of Theosophy scholar and researcher, Joseph Ross, the author of 7 archival source material research books on the early days of the Theosophical Society and its leading figures, such as Annie Besant (pictured boarding a plane on one of her last flights), CW Leadbeater, AP Warrington, C. Jinarajadasa, and J. Krishnamurti before he left Theosophy. It includes links to his books, including his latest book:
Krotona, Theosophy and Krishnamurti 1927-1931
Which is Volume 5 in the Krotona Series.
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Author, Joseph Ross
Joseph Ross is the author of 7 books on the history of Theosophy, with several titles upcoming. He was a resident at the Krotona Institute of Theosophy from 1968-1973 and later was a guest lecturer there. His works are referenced in works of California history as well as in Theosophical studies and literature. Read a brief bio with a bibliography and selected citations.
“Wow! Such intrigue! I really enjoyed every page of the book, and what a monumental job it was to gather all those records, letters and collate it all. I must congratulate you on an amazing feat!” - J. Peterson
Latest Title: Krotona, Theosophy & Krishnamurti
The period of 1927-1931 was a significant time for Theosophy; through the lens of rare source material, author Joseph Ross takes us back to Krotona in Ojai, a Theosophical center during a time of change and disruption as the figure, J. Krishnamurti, heralded as the World-Teacher by theosophists breaks away from the organization. We see theosophical thinkers workig to reconcile (or not) this change, while we also read about the daily life, efforts, building and conflicts around a counter-cultural spiritual movement that found a home in California. Explore sample selections.
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The Ross Collection
The Ross Collection spans decades of letters and images and other archival source materials related to the interesting history of the Theosophical Society. Because some of this material has been treated as secret by the Theosophical Society itself, the author's works are not provided by official outlets. Thus the need for KrotonaArchives.com and for the publishing of the works by Joseph Ross.
Selected documents from the Ross Collection will be available for purchase by collectors and other Theosophy scholars. Please see this link.
Selected documents from the Ross Collection will be available for purchase by collectors and other Theosophy scholars. Please see this link.