U. G. Krishnamurti 
U. G. Krishnamurti: Collected Works 
The Mystique of Enlightenment, Courage to Stand Alone, Mind is a Myth, The Natural State

U. G. Krishnamurti: Collected Works is a comprehensive collection of the writings of the enigmatic and controversial thinker U. G. Krishnamurti. Known for his unorthodox views on spirituality and enlightenment, Krishnamurti’s work challenges traditional beliefs and offers a fresh perspective on the nature of existence. His writing style is direct and provocative, often cutting through the illusions that govern human experience. This collection includes essays, dialogues, and reflections that cover a wide range of topics, from the search for meaning to the limitations of knowledge. Krishnamurti’s literary context is rooted in the philosophical tradition of non-duality and the quest for self-realization. His works invite readers to question their assumptions and explore the depths of their own consciousness. U. G. Krishnamurti’s Collected Works is a must-read for those seeking to expand their understanding of spirituality and consciousness. Krishnamurti’s uncompromising approach to truth and his willingness to challenge conventional wisdom make this collection a valuable resource for anyone interested in exploring the nature of reality and the human condition.

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Uppaluri Gopala Krishnamurti, commonly known as U. G. Krishnamurti or simply U.G., was a philosopher who questioned the very basis of thought and the quest for enlightenment. Not to be conflated with his more famous contemporary Jiddu Krishnamurti, U.G. challenged the traditional concepts and approaches to spirituality, coining the term the ‘natural state’ to describe a psychological condition free from the strictures of cultural and social conditioning. His teachings, though not formalized into a cohesive philosophy, wove together skepticism and a radical approach to human consciousness, reflected eloquently in his ‘U. G. Krishnamurti: Collected Works’. Born on July 9, 1918, in Masulipatam, India, U.G. spent his life travelling and engaging in conversations with people seeking answers to philosophical questions. His style was direct and uncompromising, often eschewing the traditional guru-disciple format. He was known for his penetrating insights as well as for dismissing the value system attached to enlightenment and the commercialization of spiritual pursuit. Krishnamurti’s unorthodox perspective attracted followers from around the world who found in his words a resonating truth that transcended conventional religious and philosophical teachings. U.G. Krishnamurti passed away on March 22, 2007, but his enigmatic legacy continues to provoke thought and debate in the realm of contemporary spirituality and philosophy.