The Supernatural?
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2011
Cambridge University Press (Verlag)
978-1-108-02919-3 (ISBN)
Cambridge University Press (Verlag)
978-1-108-02919-3 (ISBN)
Lionel Weatherly (1852–1940) was an eminent British psychiatrist. In this work, first published in 1891, he examines a variety of supernatural phenomena, seeking scientific explanations for apparent apparitions and psychic abilities. The book also contains an entertaining chapter explaining magical illusions, written by famous stage magician J. N. Maskelyne.
Lionel Weatherly (1852–1940) was a respected psychiatrist who advocated a more modern and sympathetic approach to mental illness than many of his contemporaries. In this work, first published in 1891, he discusses a variety of supernatural phenomena, seeking scientific and rational explanations for ghostly apparitions and paranormal experiences. Weatherly scrutinises stories of mirages, prophetic dreams and the experiences of historical figures like Joan of Arc. Also included is a chapter by famous illusionist and inventor J. N. Maskelyne. Maskelyne famously exposed the fraud of a number of spiritualists, and created illusions which are still performed today. His witty and colourful chapter examines the truth behind a number of famous Eastern magical illusions, sharing insights on trade secrets. Maskelyne also delves into mediumistic fraud, questioning the credibility of figures like D. D. Home and Madame Blavatsky, in an entertaining and carefully argued investigation of phenomena which have mystified for centuries.
Lionel Weatherly (1852–1940) was a respected psychiatrist who advocated a more modern and sympathetic approach to mental illness than many of his contemporaries. In this work, first published in 1891, he discusses a variety of supernatural phenomena, seeking scientific and rational explanations for ghostly apparitions and paranormal experiences. Weatherly scrutinises stories of mirages, prophetic dreams and the experiences of historical figures like Joan of Arc. Also included is a chapter by famous illusionist and inventor J. N. Maskelyne. Maskelyne famously exposed the fraud of a number of spiritualists, and created illusions which are still performed today. His witty and colourful chapter examines the truth behind a number of famous Eastern magical illusions, sharing insights on trade secrets. Maskelyne also delves into mediumistic fraud, questioning the credibility of figures like D. D. Home and Madame Blavatsky, in an entertaining and carefully argued investigation of phenomena which have mystified for centuries.
Introductory: 1. Superstition; 2. The unknowable; 3. Sense deception generally; Part I. Sane Sense Deceptions: 4. Simple sense deceptions; 5. Sleep; 6. Ghosts in all countries; 7.i Oriental jugglery; 7.ii Spiritualism; 7.iii Theosophy; Part II. Doubtful Cases of Sense Deceptions: 8. Joan of Arc; Part III. Insane Sense Deceptions: 9. Analogy between dreams and insanity; Part IV. Sense Deceptions Caused by Fever, Poisoned Blood Supply: 10. Belladonna; 11. Conclusion; An addendum to the chapter on theosophy.
Erscheint lt. Verlag | 16.6.2011 |
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Reihe/Serie | Cambridge Library Collection - Spiritualism and Esoteric Knowledge |
Zusatzinfo | 20 Halftones, unspecified |
Verlagsort | Cambridge |
Sprache | englisch |
Maße | 140 x 216 mm |
Gewicht | 370 g |
Themenwelt | Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Gesundheit / Leben / Psychologie ► Esoterik / Spiritualität |
Geisteswissenschaften ► Religion / Theologie ► Weitere Religionen | |
Sozialwissenschaften | |
ISBN-10 | 1-108-02919-1 / 1108029191 |
ISBN-13 | 978-1-108-02919-3 / 9781108029193 |
Zustand | Neuware |
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