Age of Kali, age of Destruction, of Change. Humanity stands at a crossroads: it must decide whether it will evolve or decline; it must decide whether it will continue on the upward path or return to the level of apes.

In this age of Kali, I have come to impart knowledge that may persuade Western man that it is better to study and strive upwards, rather than sink into the quagmire of despair.

[Excerpt from the text on the back cover of the edition]