Materialized apparitions : if not beings from another life, what are they
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"Materialized Apparitions: If Not Beings from Another Life, What Are They?" by Edward A. Brackett is a scientific publication written in the late 19th century. The book delves into the phenomenon of materialization and dematerialization during séances, exploring the nature of supposed apparitions and their origins. The author shares his firsthand experiences and investigations into these phenomena, expressing a blend of skepticism and fascination with what is claimed to be communication from
beyond life. The opening of the work sets the stage for Brackett's inquiry into spiritual phenomena, beginning with his initial involvement in mesmerism and leading into the exploration of materialization séances. He recounts his first séance with the medium Mrs. H. B. Fay, where he encountered various forms, including one that claimed to be his deceased wife. Through his detailed observations, he contemplates whether these materializations are genuine spirits or tricks. The stage for a thorough scientific examination of these phenomena and their implications is established, as Brackett expresses both curiosity and a skeptical desire for clarity in understanding the nature of these experiences. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Brackett, Edward Augustus, 1818-1908 |
|---|---|
| Title | Materialized apparitions : if not beings from another life, what are they |
| Credits |
Produced by Roberta Staehlin, David Garcia, Charlene Taylor and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 56.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | BF: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Psychology, Philosophy, Psychoanalysis |
| Subject | Spiritualism |
| Subject | Apparitions |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 34475 |
| Release Date | Nov 29, 2010 |
| Last Update | Jan 7, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 384 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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