Thomas Lake Harris

By W. P. Swainson

Book Overview

The book ""Thomas Lake Harris"" by W.P. Swainson is a biographical account of the life of Thomas Lake Harris, an American spiritual leader and writer. The book provides a detailed description of Harris's life, from his childhood to his involvement in the spiritualist movement in the 19th century. Swainson explores Harris's spiritual beliefs and his role as a leader of the Brotherhood of the New Life, a utopian community in New York.The book covers Harris's early life, including his upbringing in New York and his education at Union College. It also delves into his spiritual awakening and his involvement in the spiritualist movement, which led him to found the Brotherhood of the New Life. Swainson explores the community's beliefs and practices, including their emphasis on spiritual growth and their rejection of materialism.Throughout the book, Swainson provides insight into Harris's personal life, including his relationships with family and friends, as well as his struggles with illness and personal challenges. The book also examines Harris's literary contributions, including his poetry and prose, and their impact on the spiritualist movement.Overall, ""Thomas Lake Harris"" is a comprehensive and engaging biography of a fascinating figure in American spiritual history. Swainson's meticulous research and thoughtful analysis provide a rich and nuanced portrait of Harris and his legacy.THIS 64 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Three Famous Occultists, by W. P. Swainson. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0922802866.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: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1161588183
• ISBN13: 9781161588187
• Release Date: May 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 64 Pages
• Weight: 0.59 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"