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Mrs. Piper and the Society for Psychical Research

Translated by Noralie Robertson

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  • 148 páginas
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Focusing on the life of Leonora Piper, this biography explores her role as a prominent American trance medium in the Spiritualism movement. It delves into her interactions with notable figures like William James and the Society for Psychical Research, highlighting the scrutiny she faced from researchers who analyzed her techniques. The book also addresses the skepticism surrounding her abilities, with critics labeling her a "clever charlatan," thereby examining the intersection of belief, science, and the paranormal in early 20th-century America.

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Mrs. Piper and the Society for Psychical Research, Michael Sage

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Translated by Noralie Robertson
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Publicado en
2021
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148
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9781034150015
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Focusing on the life of Leonora Piper, this biography explores her role as a prominent American trance medium in the Spiritualism movement. It delves into her interactions with notable figures like William James and the Society for Psychical Research, highlighting the scrutiny she faced from researchers who analyzed her techniques. The book also addresses the skepticism surrounding her abilities, with critics labeling her a "clever charlatan," thereby examining the intersection of belief, science, and the paranormal in early 20th-century America.