Enlightenment has been eagerly sought for generations as a means to remove the limitations that compromise ones happiness. Vedanta the science of self-inquiry has been described as the grandfather of all enlightenment traditions. James Swartz explains & unfolds the methods of Vedanta in his direct style while unravelling the myths & mysteries behind the enlightened state. But this book does not simply present one more set of spiritual techniques; it presents a comprehensive body of knowledge & practice that has successfully directed the inquiry into the nature of reality by untold thousands of enlightened beings. The author starts from the point of view of any individual seeking happiness & logically walks the seeker through the whole spiritual path. This book explains how self-inquiry affects the lives of those who practice it including its effects on personality relationships & the mind. This book considers the qualifications necessary for enlightenment as well as the obstacles encountered on all spiritual paths & unfolds proven methods. The ancient teachings of Vedanta once available only to those who could receive them directly from the sages of India are now accessible to anyone with a hunger for freedom & enlightenment.