"Since the early nineteenth century, mesmerists, mediums and psychics have exhibited extraordinary phenomena. These have been demonstrated, reported and disputed by every modern generation. We continue to wonder why people believe in such things, while others wonder why they are…
"A factual and conscientious argument against materialism's vehement denial of psi phenomena"--Provided by publisher.
In many ways, twentieth-century America was the land of superheroes and science fiction. From Superman and Batman to the Fantastic Four and the X-Men, these pop-culture juggernauts, with their "powers and abilities far beyond those of mortal men," thrilled readers and audiences-…
"Account of how comic book heroes have helped their creators and fans alike explore and express a wealth of paranormal experiences ignored by mainstream science. Delving deeply into the work of major figures in the field--from Jack Kirby's cosmic superhero sagas and Philip K. Di…
Biographical note: Monika Neugebauer-Wölk, Renko Geffharth und Markus Meumann, IZEA/Universität Halle. Die mehr als 30 Beiträge in diesem Band untersuchen, wie sich die Aufklärung mit frühneuzeitlichen esoterischen Traditionen auseinandersetzte und durch welche Transformationsp…
Among the most profound questions we confront are the nature of what and who we are as conscious beings, and how the human mind relates to the rest of what we consider reality. For millennia, philosophers, scientists, and religious thinkers have attempted answers, perhaps none m…
Provides an introduction to the psychology underlying paranormal beliefs and experience. The book covers psychological theories and experiments and examines the science at the heart of the subject. It also applies different psychological perspectives--including clinical, develop…
