Contents Introduction- 1. Esotericism, Occultism and Mysticism- 2. The Origin of the Mysteries- 3. The Three Great Traditions- 4. The Paths of the Western Tradition- 5. The Evolution and Functions of the Masters- 6. The Training and Work of an Initiate- 7. The Occult Schools- 8. Orders, Fraternities, Groups- 9. The Use and Power of Ritual- 10. Secrecy and Obedience- 11. The Right and Left-Hand Paths- 12. Seeking the Master- 13. The Choice of an Occult School- 14. The Path of Initiation