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The Perth Theosophical Library

An "Aladdin's cave" of hidden treasures — rare and out-of-print editions, philosophical and scientific texts, and a wide selection of second-hand books, all in one place.

Opening Hours Membership Reading Room Books for Sale

About the Library

A Resource for the Serious Student

"Aladdin's cave of hidden treasures!"

The Perth Theosophical Society bookshop contains a wide range of subjects for the serious student and researcher — including rare and out-of-print editions. Philosophical, scientific, and religious texts provide that valuable resource so hard to find in today's world.

All items are available for use by TS members. Visitors are welcome to browse.

Rare and out-of-print theosophical and esoteric texts
Philosophical, scientific, and comparative religious works
New and second-hand books available for purchase
Reading room with a view overlooking Hyde Park
Staffed entirely by volunteers — donations of books gratefully received

The Perth Theosophical Society library reading room

When We're Open

Opening Hours

The library is open on the days below. No appointment is needed — simply come in during opening hours. Members may borrow; visitors are welcome to browse.

Day	Hours
Monday	1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Tuesday	6:00 pm – 7:15 pm
Friday	1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Saturday	10:00 am – 1:00 pm

Closed Sundays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and all Public Holidays.

Access & Borrowing

Joining & Borrowing

The library serves members of the Perth Branch — with clear and straightforward borrowing arrangements.

Joining the Library

Members of the Perth Branch of the Theosophical Society are automatically members of the library and do not need to subscribe separately.

Members may borrow up to three items at a time. Library membership is not available to the general public, though visitors are welcome to use the reading room and browse.

Borrowing

Items may be kept for up to three weeks. Loans may be renewed once by phone — after which items must be returned for inspection before a further renewal may be offered.

One or two items may be borrowed at a time, depending on the bond amount paid. Lost or damaged books will incur a replacement fee.

Library Staff

All library staff are volunteers. Please assist them by returning borrowed items promptly and paying membership fees on time. Their work makes this resource possible.

Reading Room

For the convenience of members and visitors, there is a reading room overlooking Hyde Park — a quiet space for study and reflection, available during all opening hours.

New & Second-Hand

Books for Sale

A small selection of new books is available for purchase from the library. Second-hand books, estate donations, and book collections are gratefully received.

All donations are carefully checked and either added to the library collection or sold as a fundraiser for purchasing new library stock.

New titles on Theosophy, philosophy, and comparative religion
Second-hand books and donated estate collections
Proceeds go directly toward purchasing new library items
Book donations gratefully received at the front desk