Online Books

The following books are available in their entirety online:

Autobiography of a Yogi, by Paramhansa Yogananda
This spiritual classic has been read by millions. This is the original edition, just as Yoganandaji wrote it without any of the countless editing changes made in later editions. It also includes all the original photos—unavailable in later editions.

The New Path: My Life with Paramhansa Yogananda , by Swami Kriyananda
Rewritten in 2009, Swamiji's autobiography is also the most complete biography of Yoganandaji. The author shares over 400 stories and quotes from his Guru. The Path is full of examples of how to live the spiritual life more perfectly, through the training and example offered by Yoganandaji.

A Place Called Ananda, by Swami Kriyananda
This is the inspiring story of the founding of Ananda. It begins with Swami Kriyananda's personal training under his Guru, Paramhansa Yogananda, and continues through the struggle to build one of the most successful families of spiritual communities in the world today.

Shaped by Saints, by Devi Mukherjee
This beautifully written book takes you on a deeply inspiring pilgrimage to saints and God-realized masters of modern-day India. Its author is a disciple of the great yoga master, Paramhansa Yogananda.

More online books are available on the Ananda Worldwide website.