About

Travis Trinca is an author, researcher, and esoteric scholar based in Melbourne, Australia, with a lifelong fascination for the mystical traditions of the West. Drawn to the Rosicrucian path as a young adult, he has since dedicated himself to the study and practice of Western esotericism, Freemasonry, and Rosicrucian philosophy.

In addition to his writing, Trinca is an active member of Melbourne's esoteric and Masonic communities. He has served in leadership roles within multiple Rosicrucian traditions and lodges, and in recognition of his contributions, he was awarded the Companion of Christian Rosenkreutz by the Societas Rosicruciana in Anglia (S.R.I.A.).

Through his writing, Trinca encourages a thoughtful, reflective, and experiential understanding of initiatic traditions.

Trinca's first published work, The Temple and the Vault (Lewis Masonic, 2024), explores the symbolic, historical, and mystical dimensions of Freemasonry and Rosicrucianism, offering both initiates and general readers a thoughtful guide to understanding the initiatic narratives used in initiatic traditions. His forthcoming book, The Rosicrucian Compendium (Temple & Vault Press, 2026), is an encyclopaedic exploration of the Rosicrucian tradition, combining historical analysis with reflections on its modern practice. The compendium addresses historical figures, societies, and texts while presenting the spiritual principles that continue to inspire contemporary seekers.

Trinca has also published a series of annotated esoteric classical works under the Temple and Vault Classic Series. This catalogue is updated regularly.

Other Works

  • An Adventure Among the Rosicrucians: Annotated Edition

    2025
  • The Count of Gabalis: Temple and Vault Classic Edition

    2025
  • Zanoni: A Rosicrucian Tale. Temple and Vault Classic Edition

    2025
  • The Temple and the Vault: Exploring the Initiatic Stories of the Western Esoteric Tradition

    2024

Awards and Recognition

  • Arcana Veritas Distinction 2025 finalist
  • Companion of Christian Rosenkreuz (C.C.R.)