Spiritualism in America

By Emma Hardinge Britten

Book Overview

Spiritualism In America is a book written by Emma Hardinge Britten that explores the history and development of spiritualism in America during the 19th century. Spiritualism is a belief system that focuses on the idea that spirits of the dead can communicate with living human beings, and this book delves into the origins of this belief system in America. The book provides a detailed account of the early spiritualist movement in America, including the rise of mediums, s�����ances, and the development of spiritualist organizations. Britten also discusses the role of women in the spiritualist movement, as many of the most prominent mediums of the time were women. The book also explores the controversies and criticisms that spiritualism faced, including accusations of fraud and the challenges posed by scientific skepticism. Britten also discusses the influence of spiritualism on American culture, including its impact on literature, art, and religion. Overall, Spiritualism In America is a comprehensive and insightful exploration of the history and significance of spiritualism in America during the 19th century. It provides a fascinating look at a belief system that continues to influence American culture today.THIS 152 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Nineteenth Century Miracles Or Spirits and Their Work in Every Country of the Earth, by Emma Hardinge Britten. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766162907.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1425461522
• ISBN13: 9781425461522
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 152 Pages
• Weight: 0.79 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 8.3" x 11.0"