Autobiography of a Yogi is one of the most revealing and inspirational accounts of a genuine Yogi and Spiritual Master Yoganand. This book has rightly become a classic of spirituality, which has inspired millions around the world . Paramahans Yoganand, like Gandhi, brought spirituality into the mainstream of society.
There are words that enthrall the reader, because they appeal to the aspiration and longing that slumber in the heart of every man. This book gives wisdom so deep that one feels spellbound, permanently moved. It gives direct, first hand, long and very fascinating account of spiritual plane of human existence. Although this book is full of esoteric experiences and spiritual adventures ,it's heart warming ,penetrating and motivating impact is everlasting. Definitely, because this is a book that is written by a Yogi himself.
Mainly, this book is an account of his spiritual journey .This is a story of the transformation of a young boy Mukund into the great Yogi and saint Yoganand. It has many absorbing stories about great Indian spiritual figures, including chapters about and Yoganand's spiritual master, Sri Yukteswar Giri, his grand master Lahiri Mahasaya and his great grand master, immortal sage Mahavtar Babaji. As well as providing a wealth of stories, the book also offers spiritual guidance and inspiration for seekers from any tradition. The book is helpful for all spiritual seekers whatever role they play in outer world. This book helps seeker in cultivating virtues like devotion, truth, and surrender one's ego in the feet of his Guru and God.
Irrespective of one's own religious beliefs or nationality, one finds Autobiography of a Yogi a joyous affirmation of the power of the human soul.