The Reality of Psychic Phenomena Raps, Levitations, Etc (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

Inhaltsangabe

Explore a careful, methodical look at psychic phenomena through a documented circle of researchers and mediums. This nonfiction work presents a detailed account of experiments, setups, and observations surrounding levitation, raps, and other physical effects claimed to come from an unseen world. It emphasizes rigorous conditions, repeatable measurements, and the interplay between experimenters and the alleged operators.

The book takes readers inside the experimental process, from selecting a serious, well-coordinated circle to managing lighting, seating, and apparatus. It explains how results are sought, tested, and verified, and it discusses the challenges of studying phenomena that occur beyond ordinary perception. Throughout, the author frames conclusions with careful notes on methods and limits.

What you’ll experience

• A clear account of the circle’s composition, discipline, and the roles of mediums and sitters.


• Descriptions of the equipment and measurement techniques used to gauge forces during levitation.


• Insights into the balance between preparation, equilibrium, and spontaneous effects in seances.


• Thoughtful reflections on what the results suggest about the nature of psychic phenomena and research challenges.

Ideal for readers of science and spiritual inquiry who want a measured, testable perspective on psychic events, and for anyone seeking a historical view of early experimental psychical research.

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