Mary Lutyens
- Born:
- January 3, 1908, London, England
- Died:
- April 9, 1999, London, England
- Nationality:
- British
- Profession(s):
- Writer, Biographer, Theosophist
Early Life and Education
- Daughter of architect Sir Edwin Lutyens and Lady Emily Bulwer-Lytton.
- Educated at home and at boarding schools, including Bedales School.
Career and Major Achievements
- Began her writing career in the 1930s, publishing novels and short stories.
- Established herself as a significant biographer, focusing primarily on the life and teachings of Jiddu Krishnamurti.
- Authored the definitive three-volume biography of Krishnamurti.
- Actively involved in the Theosophical Society and explored spiritual and philosophical themes in her works.
Notable Works
- Books (Selection):
- The Clear Horizon (1935) - Novel
- Forthcoming Marriages (1939) - Novel
- Krishnamurti: The Years of Awakening (1975)
- Krishnamurti: The Years of Fulfilment (1983)
- Krishnamurti: The Open Door (1988)
- Candles in the Sun (1957) - Memoir
- The Life and Death of Krishnamurti (1990) - Condensed version of the three-volume biography
Legacy and Impact
Mary Lutyens's meticulous research and insightful writing established her as a leading authority on Jiddu Krishnamurti. Her biographies remain essential resources for understanding his life and philosophical contributions. The meticulous detail contained within the Mary Lutyens biography series is considered by many to be the definitive account of Krishnamurti's life.