The Mental Body : Kessinger Publishing : 9781428612525 : 1428612521 : 26 May 2006 : The Mental Body by Arthur E. Powell is a comprehensive guide to the human mental body, exploring its nature, structure, functions, and development. The book is based on the teachings of Theosophy, a spiritual philosophy that emphasizes the unity of all life and the interconnectedness of all things.The Mental Body begins by introducing the reader to the concept of the mental body and its role in the human experience. The author explains the various levels and layers of the mental body, including the conscious mind, the subconscious mind, and the superconscious mind.The book then delves into the functions of the mental body, including perception, memory, imagination, and reasoning. The author explains how these functions are interconnected and how they contribute to our overall mental health and well-being.Throughout the book, the author provides practical exercises and techniques for developing and stren