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Apparitions and Thought-Transference: An Examination of the Evidence for Telepathy
Paperback / softback
Main Details
Title |
Apparitions and Thought-Transference: An Examination of the Evidence for Telepathy
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Authors and Contributors |
By (author) Frank Podmore
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Series | Cambridge Library Collection - Spiritualism and Esoteric Knowledge |
Physical Properties |
Format:Paperback / softback | Pages:422 | Dimensions(mm): Height 216,Width 140 |
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Category/Genre | Spiritualism |
ISBN/Barcode |
9781108028059
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Classifications | Dewey:133.82 |
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Audience | Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly | |
Illustrations |
24 Line drawings, unspecified
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Publishing Details |
Publisher |
Cambridge University Press
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Imprint |
Cambridge University Press
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Publication Date |
19 May 2011 |
Publication Country |
United Kingdom
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Description
Frank Podmore (1856-1910) was a paranormal researcher and socialist who co-founded the Fabian Society. He became interested in spiritualism while studying at Oxford and joined the Society for Psychical Research. Forced to leave his employment at the Post Office amid rumours of a homosexual scandal, Podmore was later found drowned in suspicious circumstances. This 1894 volume is a detailed and comprehensive study of a variety of unexplained phenomena. The author reviews numerous scientific tests of telepathic ability involving the transmission of thoughts, tastes and images (illustrated by reproduction of sketches purportedly sent between psychics). Also reported are researches into clairvoyance, automatic writing and even attempts to induce sleep using telepathy. The author explores a variety of rational explanations for the phenomena, including fraud and the influence of hypnosis and suggestibility. Diligent and carefully argued, Podmore's examination of the scientific study of the supernatural is also colourful and enthralling.
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