Alphonse Teste Spillan (18 results)

Condition: New. pp. 432.

Condition: New. pp. 432.

Condition: New. pp. 432.

Condition: New.

Hardback. Condition: New.

Hardback. Condition: New.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. First English Edition. Duodecimo (175 x 115 mm). pp. xii, 406, plus [10-page publisher's catalogue] bound at the rear. Bound in the original publisher's green cloth, heavily decorated in blind to both boards, spine with crisp gilt titles. Binding remains tight, square, and structurally sound, showing only light wear to the spine ends and corners. Internally very good and crisp, with the very odd mark; Strikingly featuring an early, crisp circular ink stamp to the front free end paper bearing the acronym 'AS?AP' without further inscription, suggesting a compelling provenance linked to an early research library collection—likely the historic Assembly of Scientific and Applied Psychologists (ASAP) or a related early psychical research society. Dr Alphonse Teste (1814-1888) was a prominent Parisian homeopath and physician whose work represents a critical developmental milestone in early psychology. Dedicated by permission to the famed English mesmerist John Elliotson, this practical manual serves as a literal transition piece capturing the historic evolution from 18th-century fluidic "Animal Magnetism" into modern psychological hypnotism. Highly scarce in its original publisher's cloth with the terminal catalogue intact.…

Hardcover. Condition: Fair. A Practical Manual on Animal Magnetism; Containing An Exposition of the Methods Employed in Producing the Magnetic Phenomena; with its Application to the Treatment and Cure of Diseases, By Alphonse Teste, M.D. Translated from the Second Edition by D. Spillian, M.D., A.M. Hippolyte Bailliere, London, 1843, 406 pp plus publisher s list, original green blind stamped cloth, 7.5 x 4.5 , 12mo. In good condition. Light wear to extremities with minor scuffing to edges and corners. Light rubbing overall to surface of cloth. Spine rebacked nicely. Front gutter repaired. nicely redone. Light toning throughout text with minor instances of foxing. A few small checks in the margins done in graphite. Binding tight and intact. Free of ownership. A sound, readable copy. Please see photos. A very scarce work by Alphonse Teste (1814-1888). Teste was a homeopath, mesmerist and doctor in France. This is one of several book he wrote on mesmerism also known as animal magnetism. Animal magnetism was a protoscientific theory developed by a Vienna-trained German doctor Franz Mesmer in the 18th century. Mesmer claimed that all living things, including humans, animals and vegetables posses this natural force. This force could have physical effects, including healing. Edgar Allen Poe wrote a book called The Philosophy of Animal Magnetism in 1837 on the offshoot topic. He made reference to mesmerism and used some of its ideas for Eureka. Mesmerism likely appealed to Poe due its emphasis on the psychic phenomena and its alleged release of the soul from the body. RAREB1843DMOJ - 01/23 COLN1843DMOJ - 10/24 - HKREV134. …

LeatherBound. Condition: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1843 edition. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. Pages: 442 As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Pages: 442 Language: English.…

Leather Bound. Condition: New. Language: English. Language: English. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2024, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1843. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages: - 442, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 442 442.…

Condition: New. Print on Demand.

Condition: New. Print on Demand.

Condition: New. PRINT ON DEMAND.

Leather Bound. Condition: new. Language: English. {Size: 14.60 x 22.86 cms} Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2026, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1844. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages:- 358, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 358.…

Leather Bound. Condition: New. Language: English. {Size: 14.60 x 22.86 cms} Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2013, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1843. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages:- 432, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 432.…

Softcover. Condition: New. Reprint. Language: English. Approximately 438 pages. English: Print-on-demand reprint. Original edition : 1843. Text in English. This practical manual provides a detailed exposition of animal magnetism, including methods for producing magnetic phenomena and their applications in treating and curing diseases. The work combines theoretical principles with practical techniques, making it a valuable resource for historians of medicine and alternative therapies. Book images are non-contractual. This item is printed on demand and ships from our printing partners' facility nearest the destination. These facilities are located mainly in the United States, the United Kingdom and Canada.…

Softcover. Condition: New. Reprint. Language: English. Approximately 438 pages. English : Print-on-demand reprint. Original edition : 1843. A practical manual devoted to animal magnetism, explaining the methods used to produce magnetic phenomena and examining their application to the treatment and cure of disease. A 19th-century work of interest for the history of medicine, mesmerism, and therapeutics, notable as the English version of Teste's Manuel pratique de magnétisme animal. This volume presents a systematic discussion of animal magnetism, its theoretical basis, practical procedures, and medical uses. Of particular interest to readers of medical history, occult studies, and early psychological theory. Book images are non-contractual. This item is printed on demand and ships from our printing partners' facility nearest the destination. These facilities are located mainly in the United States, the United Kingdom and Canada.…

Full Leather Bound. Condition: New. Language: English. {Size: 14.60 x 22.86 cms} A Unique Premium Leather-Bound book for elite readers/collectors of old rare books. An Original Leather is being used for binding this book with Golden Leaf Printing and designing on Spine, front and Back of the book with edge gilding. WE HAVE MULTIPLE OPTIONS IN COLOR OF LEATHER RED, GREEN, BLUE, MAGENTA, TAN, PURPLE DEEP BROWN, BLACK AND WITH DIFFERENT COLOR LABELS. YOU MAY CHOOSE ANY COLOR OF YOUR CHOICE AND MAIL US. This service is chargeable. Original edition was published in [1843] and this unique edition is Reprinted in 2013 with the help of original edition. Black & white printing on high quality natural shade paper with sewing binding for longer life, professionally processed without changing its contents. As these are old books, we processed each page manually on computer and make them readable. We give our best to give you the best book but in some cases we have to adjust few pages which are blur or missing or black spots. If it is multi volume set, then it is only single volume. We hope that you understand these issues in these old treasure. This is an important book for the readers who want to know more about our old treasure. Our dedicated team is trying to bring these rare books back to the shelves. We are also giving service of printing the hard-to-find books which are not listed in our store. Hope you will like it and give your comments and suggestions. Lang: - English, Pages 432, Print on Demand. Product Disclaimer: Please be aware that because leather is a natural material, slight discoloration or change in texture may be visible. {FOLIO EDITION (Size 12x19 Inches) IS ALSO AVAILABLE ON REQUEST}. 432.…