American Early 20th-Century Paper Pamphlet: 'Yogoda' by Swami Yogananda (Eighth Edition, 1926)
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American Early 20th-Century Paper Pamphlet: 'Yogoda' by Swami Yogananda (Eighth Edition, 1926)
By:Swami Yogananda (author); published by Yogoda and Sat‑Sanga
Style:Early 20th-Century Hindu Yoga/Spirituality Pamphlet
Origin:United States (Los Angeles, California)
Materials:Paper, black ink (letterpress); likely staple-bound
Age:circa 1926
Condition:Very Good (clean bright cover with light handling; interior not inspected, not officially graded)
Value:$60–$150 at auction if a true 1926 printing; $10–$30 if later facsimile/reprint
Maker's Marks / Writing:Front cover text: 'YOGODA OR A System for Physical, Mental and Spiritual Perfection The Highest Technique of Concentration and Meditation Spiritualization of the Body Originated and Taught by SWAMI YOGANANDA, A. B. OF INDIA Swami Dhirananda, M. A., Associate' with a small lotus/eye emblem; 'Eighth Edition'; 'Published by YOGODA AND SAT-SANGA LOS ANGELES 1926'.
Date:2025-08-23 22:32:06.228799
Description:
A vintage spiritual pamphlet titled 'Yogoda,' published in Los Angeles in 1926 by Yogoda and Sat‑Sanga. The booklet presents Swami Yogananda’s early system of physical, mental, and spiritual development, with Swami Dhirananda listed as associate. Orange paper cover with black letterpress printing, single‑panel border, and a small lotus/eye emblem above 'Eighth Edition.' Likely staple‑bound; standard small pamphlet format typical of the period.
Curator Questions
Curated by Jade
Assessment:
This appears to be an early Self‑Realization/Yogoda Sat‑Sanga publication: the 1926 Los Angeles 'Yogoda' pamphlet, Eighth Edition. Collectors value these early Yogananda printings for their historical role in introducing yoga and meditation to the U.S. The cover’s typography, border layout, and the lotus/eye emblem align with known Yogoda pamphlets of the mid‑1920s. That said, the cover looks remarkably fresh for 1926, so verify age via paper acidity/toning, staple oxidation, and any colophon or print code inside. A word about fakes.. early spiritual pamphlets are sometimes reprinted or facsimiled; brightness of paper, lack of staple rust, and modern smooth stock can indicate a later reproduction. If authentic, it is a desirable but modestly priced piece; scarcity and condition drive value.
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Provenance:
No provenance documentation provided.
Condition:
Very Good (clean bright cover with light handling; interior not inspected, not officially graded)
Identification Score: 98%
Title, publisher, edition ('Eighth Edition'), date (1926), and authorship are clearly printed on the cover, leaving little doubt that this is the Yogoda pamphlet issued by Yogoda and Sat‑Sanga in Los Angeles.
Authenticity Score: 45%
Only the cover is shown and it appears very bright with minimal aging; staples and interior are not visible. Without evidence of 1920s paper toning, staple rust, or period printing traits, I must assume possible later reprint/facsimile until proven otherwise. Verification via paper, staples, and any internal imprint or price list is recommended.
Image Memory Note
The image shows a small orange paper pamphlet cover laid on a textured surface with other books partially visible beneath. The cover has a thin black rectangular border. Title at top in large bold capitals: 'YOGODA'. Below, centered smaller text: 'OR A System for Physical, Mental and Spiritual Perfection The Highest Technique of Concentration and Meditation Spiritualization of the Body'. Next lines: 'Originated and Taught by SWAMI YOGANANDA, A. B. OF INDIA Swami Dhirananda, M. A., Associate'. A small emblem appears (stylized lotus with an eye-like center) above the line 'Eighth Edition'. Bottom center lines read: 'Published by YOGODA AND SAT-SANGA LOS ANGELES 1926'. Fonts are serif, likely letterpress; ink is black. The orange cover looks clean with minimal foxing; a few tiny specks are visible near lower center-right; corners appear sharp to slightly blunted; edges show little wear; no visible tears. No staples are visible from this angle, but typical stapled binding is likely. No handwriting or library stamps are visible. Overall condition appears unusually bright for a 1926 item.
Keywords
Yogoda, Swami Yogananda, 1926 pamphlet, Yogoda Sat-Sanga, Self-Realization Fellowship, early yoga, spiritual literature, Hindu spirituality, Los Angeles, United States
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