This is your best bet. Search for "Shiva Swarodaya" in the text section. Look for the version published by Shri Jainendra Press or Geeta Press Gorakhpur (older editions prior to 1960 are usually in the public domain). You can borrow or download these as PDFs legally.
A: Modern translations are covered by copyright law (typically author’s life + 70 years). Most clean English translations were published in the 1980s-2000s, so they are still protected. You will only find public domain versions (pre-1925) for free. shiva swarodaya pdf free
A: Yes, reading the philosophy is safe. However, avoid practicing the Kriya (ritual actions) mentioned in the final chapters without a live guru, as they involve specific mantras and timings that can disrupt your nervous system if done wrong. This is your best bet