Routledge - Spiritualism, Mesmerism and the Occult Vol 1

Explore the complex boundaries between Victorian science, medicine, and religion with this specialized historical volume. Published by Routledge, this collection offers a deep look into the era of spiritualism and the occult from 1800 to 1920. This first volume provides access to rare reset source material that is organized thematically for easier study. The content tracks the evolution of these movements, starting from the early mesmeric experiments at the start of the nineteenth century. It follows the progression of these studies through to the decline of the Society for Psychical Research in the 1920s. Whether you are a student of history or a researcher interested in the intersection of belief and science, this book serves as a primary resource for understanding the cultural shifts of the Victorian age. It captures a unique period of human inquiry into the unknown.