The Divining Rod: An Experimental and Psychological Investigation 1926

By Theodore Barrett, Sir William & Besterman, Theodore Besterman, William Barrett

Book Overview

The Divining Rod: An Experimental and Psychological Investigation is a book written by Sir William Barrett in 1926. The book explores the concept of divining rods, which are tools used to locate underground water sources or mineral deposits. In this book, Barrett presents an in-depth investigation of the divining rod, examining its history, use, and effectiveness.Barrett, a renowned physicist and psychical researcher, approaches the topic of the divining rod from a scientific perspective. He conducts a series of experiments to test the validity of the divining rod, using both trained and untrained individuals. The results of these experiments are presented in the book, along with Barrett's analysis and conclusions.The book also delves into the psychological aspects of divining rods, exploring the role of suggestion and belief in their use. Barrett examines the various theories and explanations put forth to explain the phenomenon of the divining rod, including the idea of ""earth rays"" and the influence of electromagnetic fields.Overall, The Divining Rod: An Experimental and Psychological Investigation is a comprehensive exploration of the divining rod, providing valuable insights into its history, use, and scientific validity. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the paranormal, psychical research, or the intersection of science and spirituality.With 12 plates and 62 other illustrations.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: 1162739797
• ISBN13: 9781162739793
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 382 Pages
• Weight: 1.12 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"