The Teachings of the Mystics

The Teachings of the Mystics: Selections from the Great Mystics and Mystical Writings of the World, edited with an introduction, interpretive commentaries, and explanations by Walter T. Stace

The Teachings of the Mystics is a 1960 work of popular philosophy by the Princeton philosopher Walter T. Stace that lays out his philosophy of mysticism and compiles writings on mystical experience from across religious traditions. The book’s comprehensive selections met with broadly positive responses.

What is Mysticism? Who is a Mystic?  Can mysticism be interpreted as both a religious and an atheistic phenomenon? What meaning does mysticism hold for the twentieth century? In this impartial and perceptive survey, a modern philosopher interprets and analyses the characteristics, nature, meaning, and value of mystical consciousness as it has been described by the great mystical writers of the world down through the ages.

Specifications
Artist/ Author:  Walter T Stace
Condition: Used, Good condition, no marking or writing other than owner name and date (2-5-1962) inscribed on the inner first page. Images of actual book.
Format: Paperback
Publication date: 1960, 1^st Edition, Vintage
Number of Pages: 240
Publisher:  Mentor/NAL, New York
Dimensions: H18cm x W10.8 x D1.5cm, approximately