Spiritism, Hypnotism and Telepathy - Hardcover

Clark Bell

 
9780331936070: Spiritism, Hypnotism and Telepathy

Synopsis

Exploring Spirit, Mind, and Mystery

This historical study examines the famous Mrs. Leonora E. Piper case and the lively debate it sparked about spiritism, hypnotism, and telepathy. Drawing on rich discussions by Clark Bell and other observers, it presents diverse viewpoints in a clear, accessible format.

The book frames the questions investigators face when examining psychic phenomena: Is there genuine communication from a non-physical source, or can minds connect through telepathy and hypnotic influence? It blends narrative with analysis, showing why scientists and philosophers engaged with these ideas in the early 20th century.
  • Learn how investigators reason about mediumship, mind-to-mind contact, and the limits of knowledge claimed by psychical researchers.
  • See the kinds of evidence debated by scholars, including anecdotes, experiments, and controversial claims.
  • Understand how telepathy, hypnotism, and spiritism were discussed side by side, with attention to both support and skepticism.
  • Discover how the wider scientific community debated the truth and meaning of these phenomena.
Ideal for readers curious about the history of psychical research, mid-century debates on mind and matter, and the methods used to test extraordinary claims.

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