9780282427665 - Mind Reading: Read Before the Association May 12th, 1875 (Classic Reprint) de Jr., Persifor Frazer (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the historical and scientific exploration of the curious phenomenon of mind reading. It examines early superstitions and spiritual beliefs that fueled the notion of disembodied spirits, as well as the emergence of mesmerism and electro-biology in the scientific realm. The author analyzes the theories proposed by notable figures like Humes and Descartes, highlighting the skepticism and cautious approach taken by the scientific community. The book presents accounts of experiments conducted with individuals claiming mind-reading abilities, such as Mr. Brown, and explores the possibility of unconscious movements and subconscious cues guiding these performances. By tracing the evolution of ideas and scientific inquiry on this topic, this book provides insights into the complexities of human perception and the boundaries between the physical and metaphysical. 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.