Jiddu Krishnamurti – Life: The Goal – 1928 – First Edition – Signed by the Author Description Extremely rare first edition of Life: The Goal by Jiddu Krishnamurti, published in 1928 by The Star Publishing Trust, Eerde. This early and important work reflects Krishnamurti’s spiritual and philosophical thinking during a decisive period of his life. The present copy is hand-signed by Jiddu Krishnamurti on the final page (p. 27), making it a highly desirable association copy from the years immediately preceding his break with the Theosophical movement. Bibliographic Details Author: Jiddu Krishnamurti Title: Life: The Goal Publisher: The Star Publishing Trust, Eerde Year: 1928 Edition: First Edition Pages: 27 pp Signature: Hand-signed by the author on the final page Author Significance Jiddu Krishnamurti (1895–1986) was one of the most influential spiritual thinkers of the 20th century. Initially groomed by the Theosophical Society as the prophesied “World Teacher,” he famously renounced this role in 1929, dissolving the Order of the Star in the East. He thereafter devoted his life to public talks and writings aimed at fostering a radical transformation in human consciousness. Condition Good+ condition for age Clean interior Binding firm Signature clear and well preserved Rarity Signed first editions of Krishnamurti’s early Star Publishing Trust works are exceptionally scarce, particularly examples signed before his 1929 declaration. A key piece for collectors of spiritual literature and modern philosophy. Provenance: Purchased in 1st of August 2023 from the Kunstantiquariat der Guckkasten, Munich.