About the Project

This project is maintained by descendants and family members of Herbert A. Parkyn, founder of the Chicago School of Psychology and an important figure in the early publishing activities associated with the Yogi Publication Society.

Our interest in this history began within our own family. Stories of Herbert A. Parkyn, his work as an author, publisher, lecturer, and his commitment to advancing knowledge through education, were passed down through generations. Over time, we became increasingly curious about the broader story behind the Yogi Publication Society and the remarkable network of writers, thinkers, and reformers who contributed to its growth.

That curiosity led to years of research and the discovery of original books, catalogs, advertisements, letters, photographs, correspondence courses, and other historical materials. Many of these items were preserved by our family, while others were found in libraries, archives, private collections, and period newspapers and magazines.

The more we uncovered, the clearer it became that the history of the Yogi Publication Society is an important part of the larger New Thought movement, yet much of it has been overlooked or forgotten. We created this website to preserve that history, to share these materials, and to provide a reliable resource for researchers, students, and anyone interested in this influential chapter of our past.

We believe that by making these original sources and stories accessible, we honor the legacy of those who came before us and help ensure their contributions are not lost to time.

Thank you for being here and for sharing an interest in this history with us.