C W Leadbeater

Charles Webster Leadbeater (1854–1934) was an English author and esotericist associated with the Theosophical Society. Known for his writings on clairvoyance, subtle planes, and spiritual development, he produced a vast body of work that influenced generations of occult students. Among his most well-known books are The Astral Plane, Clairvoyance, The Chakras, and Invisible Helpers. Although his ideas are sometimes considered controversial, his influence on practical theosophy and on the formulation of energetic models of the human being remains significant.