This is the first comprehensive collection of essays by many of the world's leading sceptics and parapsychologists. It combines a detailed history of parapsychology and psychic research with a broad view of the current status of the field.Where does parapsychology stand today? Is parapsychology a science? Has ESP been demonstrated? Does psychic power exist? What do the sceptics have to say about the work of J. B. Rhine, S. G. Soal, the British Society for Psychical Research, and other research in parapsychology? How do they view such well-known "psychic" personalities as Eusapia Palladino, the Fox sisters, and Uri Geller? What are the sceptical evaluations of extrasensory perception, psychokinesis, ghosts, near-death experiences, life after death, poltergeists, "psychic detectives," and other paranormal claims? Although a large majority of the essays have been written expressly for this volume, some classical sceptical pieces are included, such as the confessions of Margaret Fox Kane and Douglas Blackburn.
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A Skeptics Handbook of Parapsychology (Buffalo, NY: Prometheus Books, 1985) 727 pages (Library of Congress call number: BF1042.S55 1985) A good historical source-book for the investigation of paranormal happenings. More than you probably want to know about most of the subjects covered. But a good place to begin to do detailed research in any of the specialized fields of parapsychology. If you would like to discover other such skeptical books, search the Internet for the following exact expression: "OCCULTISM AND SCIENCE". James Leonard Park, skeptic.
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Presented as a series of essays on the problems facing modern parapsychologists this book is a must have for anyone approaching parapsychology as a science.
Emphasis is placed on skepticism and the need for hard data. The scams and frauds of the past are examined and the role of sleight of hand is covered. If you firmly believe in Psi power, ghosts, and other such phenomena then this book might leave you a bit perturbed. On the other hand if you wish to approach parapsychology as a science and can maintain a level of skepticism in your investigations then this book is of inestimable value.
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