The publication is a translation of the book "Gems of the East", compiled by Helena Petrovna Blavatsky (1831-1891) - an outstanding philosopher, writer, traveler, founder of the "Theosophical Society". The book was first published in London and New York in 1890.
The book is addressed to a wide range of readers interested in Theosophy and the creative heritage of E. P. Blavatsky.