If you are looking for Shankara’s actual writings ( Bhashyas or commentaries), these are the standard texts often sought for study:
The book serves as a comprehensive account of Shankara's life and his complex non-dualist philosophy. It covers his travels across India, his debates with other scholars, and the establishment of his monastic centers (Mathas).
A short, 68-verse treatise perfect for beginners. It uses simple metaphors to explain the nature of the soul. A Sanskrit-English version is hosted by Estudante da Vedanta .
It includes a "Virtual Tour" of the four major Mathas and discusses how Shankara’s teachings align with modern scientific concepts.
Reviewers on VAK1969 note that Varma uses an accessible, sometimes anecdotal style that makes dense philosophical concepts like Maya (illusion) and Brahman (ultimate reality) easier to understand.
You can find the full digital version (PDF/EPUB) of this book on Internet Archive . Essential Primary Works (Downloadable)
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