Cosmic Consciousness: A Study in the Evolution of the Human Mind - Softcover

Richard Maurice Bucke

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0525484450 ISBN 13: 9780525484455

Publisher: E. P. Dutton, 1969

Synopsis

This book has long been known as a classic in the study of human consciousness, having been praised by such luminaries as P. D. Ouspensky and the psychologist William James. The author puts forth and supports the idea that human consciousness is evolving and that we, as human-kind, are moving toward a much more enlightened state. People who have experienced such states and who have appeared at certain times to move humanity forward are covered in the book including such figures as Jesus, Mohammed, Francis Bacon, Socrates, Spinoza, Emerson, Thoreau and many more. Bucke also writes from first-hand experience, having had his consciousness briefly awakened at age 35. According to theauthor the evidence is clear-all people at some time in the future will have far more wisdom and intelligence than we do today.

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Book Description

Bucke's account (1901) of his research and contemplation on the trend towards heightened intellectual awareness in man, through evolution, explaining his theory of the three stages of conscious development that culminate in flashes of understanding of the life and order of the cosmos, illustrated by his own and others' experiences.

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Edition details

• Publisher: E. P. Dutton
• Publication date: 1969
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0525484450
• ISBN 13: 9780525484455
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 384