This captivating volume explores the theosophic craze of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, examining its history, controversies, and cultural impact. Murdoch delves into the fascinating story of the Great Mahatma Hoax, which fooled many prominent intellectuals of the time, and the role of Annie Besant in the theosophic movement. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the occult, mysticism, and the intellectual history of the late Victorian era.

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