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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating phenomenon of "spirit-manifestations" that gripped the public imagination in the mid-19th century. At a time when telegraphy was revolutionizing communication and scientific discoveries were shattering old paradigms, the author examines the strange cases of "rapping mediums" and "writing mediums" who claimed to channel messages from the spirit world. Rather than attributing these phenomena to supernatural forces, the author provides a compelling, rational explanation rooted in the workings of the human mind and body. He argues that the inexplicable sounds, movements, and writings are not the result of spirits, but rather stem from a combination of involuntary nervous impulses, the force of habit, and the deep-seated instincts of the human mind. The author draws on examples from various cultures and historical periods, including the practices of the ancient Greeks and Romans, the convulsive behavior of religious devotees, and the mysterious case of the "cat-mewing nuns" to illustrate the power of involuntary motion and its connection to the mind's deeper processes. By meticulously analyzing the mechanics of these occurrences, the author offers a fresh perspective on the nature of human consciousness and its potential to generate seemingly extraordinary events. This book offers a captivating and thought-provoking exploration of a subject that continues to fascinate and perplex us today. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9780282370176_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9780282370176
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