Early American Spiritualism

""Early American Spiritualism"" by Frank Podmore is a comprehensive study of the origins and development of Spiritualism in America during the 19th century. The book explores the beliefs, practices, and personalities that shaped this movement, which emerged in the wake of the Civil War and gained widespread popularity in the decades that followed. Podmore examines the role of mediums, s�����ances, and other spiritual practices in the lives of ordinary Americans, as well as the controversies and scandals that surrounded the movement. He also discusses the influence of Spiritualism on American culture, including its impact on literature, art, and politics. Drawing on a wide range of primary sources, including diaries, letters, and newspaper accounts, Podmore provides a fascinating and insightful look at this important chapter in American history. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of religion, spirituality, and the occult in America.THIS 136 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Mediums of the 19th Century Part 1, by Frank Podmore. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766128539.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.