From the Caves and Jungles of Hindostan

Blavatsky was a well-known occultist and founder of the Theosophical Society which was a spiritual movement that sought to combine Eastern and Western spiritual traditions. In From the Caves and Jungles of Hindostan Blavatsky writes about her encounters with Indian holy men or yogis as well as her observations on Indian culture and society. The book is divided into two parts with the first part focusing on Blavatskys experiences in Kashmir where she spent several months living with a local family and exploring the regions caves and temples. The second part of the book describes her travels in Punjab where she encountered various religious and spiritual practices including Sikhism and Tantra. While the book is often criticized for its sensationalism and inaccurate descriptions of Indian culture it remains an important historical document for its insights into the spiritual and cultural practices of 19th century India and its role in shaping Western perceptions of Eastern spirituality.