Gurdjieff, Georges Ivanovitch - Beelzebub's Tales to His Grandson: An Objectively Impartial Criticism of the Life of Man - All & Everything/First Series

Viking/Arkana/Penguin, 1992. First Thus, Hardcover. Near Fine Condition/Near Fine. 9780670841257 b/w. frontis. photo. of the author; titles, 'friendly advice' (by Gurdjieff) & contents pages to front. Integral red silk bookmark. Gurdjieff, in his writings, intended to "awaken" people to their own inner possibilities and potential. "Beelzebub's Tales To His Grandson", the three books that constitute the first series in Gurdjieff's trilogy "All and Everything", distills the essence of his ideas. This book examines life on earth from the viewpoint of beings belonging to a distant world, led by the "all-wise Beelzebub", who is able to perceive the weaknesses and follies of humanity and, through his compassion, can point the way towards possible regeneration. Through this cosmic allegory, Gurdjieff demonstrates a methodology for the spiritual growth of mankind. Second impression of this First Edition. Size: 12mo - over 6¾" - 7¾" tall. xi + 1135. Binding is tight, covers and spine fully intact. in archive acetate film protection. Dust Jacket un-clipped. Gilt titles spine & gilt copy of Gurdjieff's signature to front. black cloth. Quantity Available: 1. Shipped Weight: Under 1 kilo. Category: Philosophy; Esoteric; Self Help & Motivation; Magic, Paranormal & Occult; Philosophy. ISBN: 0670841250. ISBN/EAN: 9780670841257. Dewey Code: 197. Inventory No: 4900.

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