This fascinating work provides a complete overview of paranormal phenomena, including the beliefs, attitudes, and notable figures who have attempted to explain, defend, or debunk the mysteries behind the unknown. Recent interest in the paranormal as pop culture fodder belies its historical status as an important subject of cultural, philosophical, and scientific significance. This book traces the trajectory of paranormal studies from its early role as a serious academic and scientific topic studied by mainstream scientists and eminent scholars to its current popularity in books, film, and TV. This compelling reference work details the experiences, encounters, and ideas that make up this controversial field of study. The contributed entries examine the broad phenomena of the paranormal, addressing the history of scientific investigations along with its contemporary media depictions to illustrate the evolution of cultural attitudes about the paranormal. A selection of primary documents provides real-life accounts and contributions from noted experts that explore the full scope of themes from spiritualism to poltergeists to astrology. Accompanying images, timelines, quotations, and sidebars make the content come to life and encourage alternative explanations of these events. Contains more than 120 factual entries as well as extensive excerpts from several primary documents in the area of the paranormal Features contributions from noted experts in its field from across viewpoints-including believers and skeptics Profiles a number of important individuals who have contributed to the history and study of the field Includes such topics as near-death experiences, paranormal dreams, the supernatural, magic, and the occult

This book (hardcover) is part of the TREDITION CLASSICS. It contains classical literature works from over two thousand years. Most of these titles have been out of print and off the bookstore shelves for decades. The book series is intended to preserve the cultural legacy and to promote the timeless works of classical literature. Readers of a TREDITION CLASSICS book support the mission to save many of the amazing works of world literature from oblivion. With this series, tredition intends to make thousands of international literature classics available in printed format again - worldwide.

This book is much more than an authoritative and compelling look at the cultural history of the supernatural over the last century in America-it also explains why we want to believe. The supernatural-psychic phenomena (telepathy, clairvoyance, or ESP), communicating with the dead, and the sighting and tracking of ghosts-has played an integral role in American culture across the last century. In fact, attention and interest in the supernatural has increased, despite our society's reliance upon and enthusiasm for science and technology. Even some top scholars, officials from the military and police, and public figures in places as high as the Oval Office have believed in at least some aspects of the supernatural. Supernatural America: A Cultural History is the first book to examine the cultural history of the supernatural in the United States, documenting how the expansion of science and technology coincided with a rise in supernatural/paranormal beliefs. From the flourishing of "spiritism" in the 1920s to the early 21st century, when the paranormal is bigger than ever, this entertaining and educational book explains the irresistible allure of the supernatural in America. Shares hundreds of real-life stories, and uses hundreds of sources, many of them forgotten Provides a bibliography of authoritative books and articles, both in support of and arguing against beliefs in the supernatural

The world as we know it is about to change. Whether it is the Mayans' 2012 or the Christians' final days, humans can feel a major change coming to the world they now inhabit. Blood Quantum offers the hope of change of mind and soul over that of physical extermination. A world where the veil between the spirit world and the physical world once again is opened so that both can be quided by the Great Mystery of life, in a peaceful and harmonious way.

What is a soul? What makes one soul different from another? What happens to the soul when a person dies? Lifesigns follows the journey of Dr. Elizabeth McClellan as she searches for answers to these ancient questions. Grounded in science, Elizabeth had never believed in paranormal activity. That conviction changes when shadows of past lives break into her present life. Everywhere she turns, signs suddenly appear and every answer she uncovers only produces more questions. This labyrinth of cryptic messages takes Elizabeth to Louisville Kentucky and across the ocean to England as she chases the specters that invade even her sleep. By the end of Lifesigns, you, too, will view the world around you in a different way. Your novel Lifesigns is a fascinating story. It encompasses both the present and a fine understanding of past history. Your attention to detail regarding customs and lifestyles of the Victorian era is appreciated. How you thread the two together is interesting and entertaining. This was a book I was always trying to second guess, but couldn't. The ending definitely warrants a sequel. Thanks for the enjoyable read, Phillip E. Fresno, Ca. Lifesigns has made me take a closer look at my own life's journey...at myself and those people and events that have made me who I am. This book certainly makes me considert "deja vu" moments in a completely different light. And as for those times when I look at someone and ask "have we met before..".hmmm...I wonder? Sue F. Cambria, Ca. Forget about your plans for the day & prepare to get lost in Lifesigns. This was a book I could not put down until I was done. The attention to detail makes you feel like you are taking the journey with Elizabeth. The end leaves you wanting to continue the journey. A must read Heather K. Gilroy, Ca. Lifesigns wove a thread of events that held my interest as I followed the characters through contemporary and past life experiences. It was a good reminder to pay attention to the subtle underlying events that present themselves in the form of intuition, dreams and the illusive form of inner knowing. Kristie M. Cave Junction, Or. I loved the relationships in Lifesigns, especially between the main character and her best friend. I could relate to them because they were the way real families are. It's a 'feel good' book and the marvelous descriptions gave me picture after picture of Elizabeth's travels through time and place. I can't wait to share it with my friends. Anne B. Houston, Tx.

In Cursed in the Carolinas, Patty A. Wilson recounts tales of genuine maledictions intended to invoke evil and unease across both North and South Carolina. The pages will bring to life these stories, letting you decide whether the resulting tragedies were simply bad luck, coincidences...or something far more sinister.