The Transformational Occult Classic--Now in aSpecial Abridged Edition with a New Introduction Since its first appearance on the American metaphysical scene in 1908, The Kybalion has been a source of wisdom, wonder, and practical advice. Its esoteric insights, drawn from the Hermetic traditions of Ancient Egypt and Greece, present a complete philosophy of life. Now, PEN Award-winning historian and New Thought scholar Mitch Horowitz reintroduces this landmark work in a razor-sharp condensation that contains all the wisdom of the original, but provides a special entry point for newcomers and a touchstone for longtime readers who want a refresher in the book's insights. This condensation of The Kybalion will enhance your understanding of the original, as it zeroes in on the book's most transformative points, and Mitch's introduction explains and contextualizes the work's enduring power.