The Encyclopedic Psychic Dictionary [Paperback]

June G. Bletzer (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: May 1, 1998

THE ENCYCLOPEDIC PSYCHIC DICTIONARY is a monumental technical work unequalled in the fields of parapsychology, occult sciences, and holistic philosophy. Compiled for researcher, student, or professional, it boasts over nine thousand entries arranged in a comprehensive, annotated, user-friendly manner, and is fully cross-referenced. The material in the DICTIONARY spans over four millennia of thought, from the ancient Teachers of Wisdom to the brain researchers of the present. By relating newly-coined terms to language of the past, the DICTIONARY removes the twin veils of mystification and sensationalism which for so long hav e impeded understanding of the psychic sciences. The reader may then apply this understanding to every aspect of human experience, from that of mundane daily guidance to the ultimate goal of spiritual evolution.

Editorial Reviews

From Library Journal

The author, a teacher of psychic development, has gathered over 9000 terms from popular occultism and arranged them with computer ASCII alphabetization. The brief entries sometimes suffer from compression but are aided by extensive cross-referencing. There are many Oriental as well as popular terms but no etymology. Seven appendixes offer a psychic study course and subject listings of appropriate terms, plus a handy list of words ending in - mancy. While Leslie Shepard's Encyclopedia of Occultism & Parapsychology (Gale, 1984. 2d ed.) offers a better name and historical approach, this work provides a much wider range of terms found in current publications. (Most of the bibliography dates from 1960 to 1980, including reprints of classics.) Helpful for most libraries. Jeanne S. Bagby, Tucson P.L., Ariz.
Copyright 1986 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

Review

"...very impressive...a tremendous amount of information..." -- Willis Harmon--Past President of Institute of Noetic Sciences

"Whenever I read the book...I experience a change in body chemistry because what the book contains is not limited..." -- Rev. Shirley Andrus, 1997

"Your book is great. In fact, it is a masterpiece." -- E. Arthur Winkler, Ph.D., Th.D., President and Founder of St. John's Univeristy

"...very impressive...a tremendous amount of information..." -- Willis Harmon--Past President of Institute of Noetic Sciences

"Whenever I read the book...I experience a change in body chemistry because what the book contains is not limited..." -- Rev. Shirley Andrus, 1997

"Your book is great. In fact, it is a masterpiece." --E. Arthur Winkler, Ph.D., Th.D., President and Founder of St. John's Univeristy

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Product Details

• Paperback: 875 pages
• Publisher: World Tree Press (May 1, 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0962720917
• ISBN-13: 978-0962720918
• Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 6.7 x 1.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.8 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
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  • #35 in Books > Religion & Spirituality > New Age > Reference

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12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent, easy-to-use reference, October 29, 2001

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Carl McColman (Clarkston, GA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Encyclopedic Psychic Dictionary (Paperback)

June Bletzer's "Encyclopedic Psychic Dictionary" covers a vast array of topics, from nineteenth-century spiritualism to twentieth-century occultism, all the way up to today's many varieties of new age mysticism. Arranged in a dictionary format, her definitions are balanced and fair, making this a very handy and useful reference. I'm a spiritual writer and teacher, and I use this book regularly for my research. One really neat feature is a comprehensive self-study course in the back of the book -- to help the student of psychic studies learn, by recommending a series of entries on related topics to be read in sequential order. What a great concept, making this not only a valuable reference tool, but a textbook as well. If you're doing any kind of serious research into metaphysics or psychic phenomena, I'd say this book is indispensable.

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Donning International Encyclopedic Psychic Dictionary, November 11, 2000

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Cathy Fickley (Clearwater, Florida) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Donning International Encyclopaedic Psychic Dictionary (Paperback)

First of all, you need to know that this book has been reprinted. It is now titled "The Encyclopedic Psychic Dictionary" and it is available through Amazon.com. This book is a "must have" for all spiritual (and non-spiritual!) people. There are over 8,000 metaphysical definitions, and Dr. Bletzer has included a large section on Parapsychology Study Courses to enable you to develop your psychic skills. I keep this book close at hand as I constantly refer to it...this book should be the first one on your bookshelf!!!

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A book every spiritual seeker should own., January 21, 1999

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Diane Goble ([e-mail]) (Los Angeles, CA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Encyclopedic Psychic Dictionary (Paperback)

As you read other books, Dr. Bletzer's dictionary will help you understand the different terms, principles and laws, but it is more than a dictionary. Pick a subject and find all the terms that relate to it. Take a complete course in psychic development. Learn about holistic health, biofeedback, channeling healing energy. If you read this book cover to cover, you won't need to read any other books about parapsychology.