What Psychical Research Has Accomplished

""What Psychical Research Has Accomplished"" is a book written by William James, a renowned philosopher and psychologist, that explores the field of psychical research and its accomplishments. The book delves into the history of psychical research and the various phenomena that have been studied, including telepathy, clairvoyance, and psychokinesis. James examines the evidence for these phenomena and discusses the scientific methods used to study them.The book also explores the implications of psychical research for our understanding of the human mind and consciousness. James argues that the study of psychical phenomena can provide insights into the nature of consciousness and the relationship between mind and matter. He also discusses the philosophical implications of psychical research, including its potential to challenge traditional views of causality and determinism.Overall, ""What Psychical Research Has Accomplished"" is a thought-provoking and insightful exploration of a fascinating field of study. It offers a balanced and nuanced perspective on the evidence for psychical phenomena and their implications for our understanding of the human mind and consciousness.THIS 36 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: The Will to Believe and Other Essays in Popular Philosophy, by William James. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766174417.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.