Here you will find CWL's books and pamphlets, sorted by year of publication. All of these works can be read and downloaded legally for free, as they are in the public domain.
If you prefer to read printed books, see the list of printed books by him currently available in stores. In addition, four books containing selected articles on various topics have recently been published.
1889
Our Relation to Children
A spiritual perspective on education, responsibility, and child development.
Adyar Pamphlet No. 170
1895
The Astral Plane
Its Scenery, Inhabitants and Phenomena
A detailed description of the astral world, its laws, and its inhabitants.
1896
The Devachanic Plane
Its Characteristics and Inhabitants (Theosophical manual No. 6)
A description of the heaven world and the states of consciousness experienced there.
1896
Invisible Helpers
A Story of Helping at Night the So-called "Dead" by Those Who Are Still in the Land of the "Living"
A description of unseen beings who assist humanity from subtler planes.
1898
Dreams
What They Are and How They Are Caused
An exploration of dreams, their causes, symbolism, and spiritual significance.
1899
Clairvoyance
A practical and theoretical study of clairvoyant perception and its development.
1901
Thought Forms
Written in collaboration with Annie Besant
A study of how thoughts create forms on subtle planes of matter.
1902
An Outline of Theosophy
A Simple Elucidation of Theosophical Principles
Leadbeater presents a clear and systematic introduction to the core principles of Theosophy.
1902
Man Visible and Invisible
Examples of Different Types of Men Seen by Means of Trained Clairvoyance
An illustrated study of the human aura and subtle bodies.
1903
The Other Side of Death
Scientifically Examined by Clairvoyant Observation and Carefully Described
Further reflections on the experiences following physical death.
1903
Some Glimpses of Occultism
Ancient and Modern
An introductory overview of occult science and hidden realities.
1904
The Christian Creed
Its Origin and Signification
An esoteric examination of the origins and deeper meaning of the Christian creed.
1908
Occult Chemistry
A Series of Clairvoyant Observations on the Chemical Elements
Written in collaboration with Annie Besant
Clairvoyant observations of atoms and chemical elements.
1911
The Perfume of Egypt: And Other Weird Stories
A collection of unusual and thought-provoking stories drawn from the author’s personal experiences.
April 1911
The Attitude of the Enquirer
Adyar Pamphlet No. 2
Guidance on the mindset and inner qualities required for serious spiritual inquiry.
November 1911
The Power and Use of Thought
Adyar Pamphlet No. 9
An explanation of how thought shapes character, destiny, and surroundings.
1911
The Inner Life Vol. I
Teachings and observations drawn from inner-plane experiences and instruction.
1912
The Inner Life Vol. II
Further insights into occult realities and spiritual guidance.
1912
A Textbook of Theosophy
A systematic presentation of Theosophical concepts for study and reference.
1912
The Life After Death: And How Theosophy Unveils It
A detailed Theosophical account of human existence after physical death.
February 1912
What Theosophy Does For Us
Adyar Pamphlet No. 12
A concise explanation of how Theosophy offers meaning, purpose, and spiritual orientation in life.
October 1912
The Law of Cause and Effect
Adyar Pamphlet No. 20
An explanation of karma as a universal law governing human actions and experience.
October 1912
To Those Who Mourn
Solace for Bereaved Person based on Principles of Evolution and Reincarnation
Adyar Pamphlet No. 141
Spiritual comfort and perspective for those grieving the loss of loved ones.
1913
Man: Whence, How, and Whither
A Record of Clairvoyant Investigation
Written in collaboration with Annie Besant
An outline of humanity’s origin, evolution, and spiritual destiny.
1913
The Hidden Side of Things
A Treatise on the Occult Realities Behind Ordinary Experiences, Ceremonies, Etc. by a Seer
An exploration of invisible realities underlying ordinary life and events.
November 1913
Vegetarianism and Occultism
Adyar Pamphlet No. 33
An exploration of the spiritual and occult implications of diet and lifestyle choices.
May 1914
The Smaller Buddhist Catechism
Written in collaboration with C. Jinarajadasa
Adyar Pamphlet No. 41
A concise introduction to fundamental Buddhist teachings in question-and-answer form.
1915
Australia and New Zealand as the Home of a New Sub-Race
Four Lectures Delivered under the Auspices of the Theosophical Society, at Sydney, in August, 1915
A Theosophical interpretation of Australia and New Zealand’s role in human evolution.
February 1916
The Great War
Adyar Pamphlet No. 117
A Theosophical reflection on the spiritual causes and consequences of the First World War.
1917
Starlight
Seven Addresses Given for Love of the Star
Short spiritual reflections offering ethical guidance and inner inspiration.
1918
Masters of Wisdom
Adyar Pamphlet No. 86
A description of the spiritual Masters who guide and oversee humanity’s evolution.
1920
The Hidden Side of Christian Festivals
An examination of the unseen spiritual forces behind Christian holy days.
1920
The Monad: And Other Essays upon the Higher Consciousness
Essays exploring the divine core of humanity and higher states of awareness.
1920
The Science of the Sacraments
An Occult and Clairvoyant Study of the Christian Eucharist
An analysis of Christian sacraments as precise spiritual operations.
1920
Talks on "At the Feet of the Master"
A Commentary in Thirtytwo Talks
Explanatory talks offering practical insights into the teachings of At the Feet of the Master.
1920
The Lives of Alcyone - Part I (Lives 1 to 15)
A Clairvoyant Investigation of the Lives Throughout the Ages of a Large Band of Servers
The first volume documenting a soul’s development through successive incarnations.
1920
The Lives of Alcyone - Part II (Lives 16 to 30)
A Clairvoyant Investigation of the Lives Throughout the Ages of a Large Band of Servers
Further reincarnation case studies illustrating karma and continuity of consciousness.
1920
The Lives of Alcyone - Part III (Lives 31 to 48)
A Clairvoyant Investigation of the Lives Throughout the Ages of a Large Band of Servers
Additional incarnational histories revealing long-term spiritual growth.
1924
The Liturgy According to the Use of the Liberal Catholic Church
Written in collaboration with James Ingall Wedgwood
The official liturgical text of the Liberal Catholic Church for worship and sacraments.
1925
The Masters and the Path
A Treatise on the Path to Perfection with Its Initiations and Ultimate Goal from a Theosophical Viewpoint
A description of the Ascended Masters and the stages of discipleship on the path of initiation.
1926
Glimpses of Masonic History
Selected esoteric insights into key moments of Masonic history.
1926
Ancient Ideals in Modern Masonry
An Address Given to the Sydney Lodge No. 404, in 1915
Adyar Pamphlet No. 172
An examination of enduring spiritual principles preserved within modern Freemasonry.
1926
The Hidden Life in Freemasonry
Leadbeater reveals the inner spiritual processes active within Masonic ceremonies.
1926
Telepathy and Mind-Cure
A study of telepathy, mental healing, and the power of thought.
1926
Talks on the Path of Occultism - Vol. I
Commentary on “At the Feet of the Master”
Written in collaboration with Annie Besant
Practical guidance and instruction for students walking the path of occult development.
1926
Talks on the Path of Occultism - Vol. II
Commentary on “The Voice of the Silence"
Written in collaboration with Annie Besant
Practical guidance and instruction for students walking the path of occult development.
1926
Talks on the Path of Occultism - Vol. III
Commentary on “Light on the Path"
Written in collaboration with Annie Besant
Practical guidance and instruction for students walking the path of occult development.
1927
The Chakras
A Monograph
A detailed explanation of the human chakras and their role in spiritual development.
1928
Spiritualism and Theosophy
Scientifically Examined and Carefully Described
A comparison of spiritualism and Theosophy, clarifying their methods and aims.
1928
The World-Mother as Symbol and Fact
An exploration of the feminine divine principle as spiritual reality and universal symbol.
1930
How Theosophy Came to Me
Autobiographical Reminiscences
Leadbeater recounts his personal journey toward Theosophy and occult understanding.
1931
The Beginnings of the Sixth Root Race
A Prophecy of the Near and Far Future
A Theosophical view of humanity’s future evolutionary stage.
November 1931
The Work of Theosophists
Adyar Pamphlet No. 155
An outline of the aims, responsibilities, and service of Theosophists.
November 1931
A World in Distress: The Remedies As Seen by the Theosophist
by C. Jinarajadasa, C. W. Leadbeater and L. W. Rogers
Adyar Pamphlet No. 172
A Theosophical analysis of global crises and their spiritual solutions.
April 1934
The Third Object of the Theosophical Society
Adyar Pamphlet No. 184
An explanation of the scientific and occult investigation of hidden laws of nature.
April 1934
The Noble Eightfold Path
Written in collaboration with Annie Besant
Adyar Pamphlet No. 192
An esoteric interpretation of the Buddhist path of spiritual development.
1937
Some Fundamental Teachings
Outer Head of the ES, Adyar
A concise overview of core Theosophical doctrines and principles.
1941
The Soul's Growth Through Reincarnation
Vol. I, II - Lives of Erato and Spica
Case studies illustrating the soul’s evolution through successive lives.
1946
The Soul's Growth Through Reincarnation
Vol. III - The Lives of Orion
Case studies illustrating the soul’s evolution through successive lives.
1946
Occult Chemistry Investigations
A Record of the Examination by Clairvoyant Magnification into the Structure of 99 Chemical Elements and some Compounds
1948
The Soul's Growth Through Reincarnation
Vol. IV, V, VI - The Lives of Ursa, Vega and Eudox
Case studies illustrating the soul’s evolution through successive lives.
1950
The Soul's Growth Through Reincarnation
Vol. VII, VIII, IX, X - The Lives of Ulysses, Abel, Arcor and Vale
Case studies illustrating the soul’s evolution through successive lives.
1950
Creating Character
Written in collaboration with Annie Besant
Adyar Pamphlets 205-207
Practical guidance on ethical development and the formation of character.
1951
The Occult History of Java
An esoteric account of Java’s hidden history and spiritual influences.
1983
The Christian Gnosis
An exploration of the mystical and esoteric foundations of Christianity.