Spiritualism

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Websites and Online Articles

1.  Doyle, Arthur Conan (1926). The History of Spiritualism, volume 1. New York: G.H. Doran. ISBN 1-4101-0243-2. http://www.classic-literature.co.uk/scottish-authors/arthur-conan-doyle/the-history-of-spiritualism-vol-i.

2.  Doyle, Arthur Conan (1926). The History of Spiritualism, volume 2. New York: G.H. Doran. ISBN 1-4101-0243-2. http://www.classic-literature.co.uk/scottish-authors/arthur-conan-doyle/the-history-of-spiritualism-vol-ii.

3.  Lindgren, Carl Edwin (January 1994). "Spiritualism: Innocent Beliefs to Scientific Curiosity". Journal of Religion and Psychical Research 17 (1): 8–15. ISSN 1731:2148. http://users.panola.com/lindgren/spirit-1.html.

4.  Lindgren, Carl Edwin (March 1994). "Scientific investigation and Religious Uncertainty 1880–1900". Journal of Religion and Psychical Research 17 (2): 83–91. ISSN 1731:2148. http://users.panola.com/lindgren/spirit-2.html.

5.  Telegrams from the Dead (a PBS television documentary in the "American Experience" series, first aired October 19, 1994).

6.  American Spirit: A History of the Supernatural - An hour-long history public radio program exploring American spiritualism

7.  International Spiritist Council

8.  Video and Images of the original Fox Family historic home site.

9.  Dr. Raphael Polyakov — Consciousness After Death and Realm of Spirits

10.  Man and the Unknown - Covers subjects ranging from paranormal voices (sound clips) including Rosemary Brown and Leslie Flint.

11.  Modern Spiritualism BBC Guide - A brief guide to the history and beliefs of Modern Spiritualism.

12.  Spiritualism - John Olav Oldertrøen on physical mediumship and Spiritualism.

13.  Spiritualist - Spiritualist church and medium directory with a forum along with Spiritualism news, religion and history.

14.  Spiritualist Resources - Includes articles, events, discussions, a directory of mediums, healers and churches.

  1. Didaskalos Ministries: Spiritualism - A detailed look at Spiritualism, or Spiritism, and how it is in direct contrast to Christianity.
  2. Skeptics' Dictionary: James Van Praagh - Encyclopedia-type article about James Van Praagh's background and his techniques.
  3. Stop Sylvia Browne - Sceptically examining the claims of this well known psychic. Includes articles and FAQ.
  4. The Birth of Spiritualism--The Story of the Fox Sisters - Brief article on the origins of modern Spiritualism.
  5. The Skeptic's Dictionary: spiritualism (spiritism) - Sceptical view of Spiritualism and its associated parts such as mediumship.
  6. Spiritualism Exposed: Margaret Fox Kane Confesses Fraud - Founder of modern Spiritualism confesses how the movement was built on a lie. [New York World] (October 21, 1888)

Academic Search Premiere Articles

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  1. Stuart, Nancy Rubin. "The Raps Heard Around The World." American History 40.3 (2005): 42-80. Academic Search Premier. Web. 31 Jan. 2013. http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=aph&AN=17200212&site=ehost-live

2.  Lee, Blewett. "Psychic Phenomena And The Law." Harvard Law Review 34.6 (1921): 625-638. Academic Search Premier. Web. 31 Jan. 2013. http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=aph&AN=19090666&site=ehost-live Keen,

3.  Montague. "Materializations At The David Thompson Séance." Journal Of Religion & Psychical Research 27.2 (2004): 72-91. Academic Search Premier. Web. 31 Jan. 2013. http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=aph&AN=12677041&site=ehost-live

4.  MENCKEN, F. CARSON, CHRISTOPHER D. BADER, and RODNEY STARK. "Conventional Christian Beliefs And Experimentation With The Paranormal." Review Of Religious Research 50.2 (2008): 194-205. Academic Search Premier. Web. 31 Jan. 2013. http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=aph&AN=36042974&site=ehost-live

5.  Hunter, Jack. "Talking With The Spirits: Anthropology And Interpreting Spirit Communications." Journal Of The Society For Psychical Research 75.904 (2011): 129-141. Academic Search Premier. Web. 31 Jan. 2013. http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=aph&AN=69849302&site=ehost-live

6.  LAMONT, PETER. "The Making Of Extraordinary Psychological Phenomena." Journal Of The History Of The Behavioral Sciences 48.1 (2012): 1-15. Academic Search Premier. Web. 31 Jan. 2013. http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=aph&AN=73932238&site=ehost-live

7.  Klangwisan, Yael. "Educated Guesses: Sacred Journeys And Transformational Learning." Stimulus: The New Zealand Journal Of Christian Thought & Practice 19.2 (2012): 40-42. Academic Search Premier. Web. 31 Jan. 2013. http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=aph&AN=78949394&site=ehost-live

8.  Stek, Robert J., and Gary E. Schwartz. "Sir Arthur Conan Doyle And Harry Houdini: Their Friendship (And Debates) Continue? Part One - The History." Journal Of Spirituality & Paranormal Studies 34.3 (2011): 124-133. Academic Search Premier. Web. 31 Jan. 2013. http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=aph&AN=66869053&site=ehost-live

9.  Schwartz, Gary E., and Robert J. Stek. "Sir Arthur Conan Doyle And Harry Houdini: Their Friendship (And Debates) Continue? Part Two - New Evidence." Journal Of Spirituality & Paranormal Studies 34.3 (2011): 134-151. Academic Search Premier. Web. 31 Jan. 2013. http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=aph&AN=66869054&site=ehost-live

10.  FUKUURA, Kazuo. "A Ritual Community: The Religious Practices Of Spirit Mediums Who Worship The Spirit Of The Chiang Mai City Pillar." SOJOURN: Journal Of Social Issues In Southeast Asia 26.1 (2011): 105-127. Academic Search Premier. Web. 31 Jan. 2013. http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=aph&AN=63026722&site=ehost-live

11.  Herman, Daniel. "Whose Knocking? Spiritualism As Entertainment And Therapy In Nineteenth‐Century San Francisco." American Nineteenth Century History 7.3 (2006): 417-442. Academic Search Premier. Web. 31 Jan. 2013. http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=aph&AN=22897248&site=ehost-live

12.  Diliberto, Gioia. "Ghost Writer." Smithsonian 41.5 (2010): 84-100. Academic Search Premier. Web. 31 Jan. 2013. http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=aph&AN=53000067&site=ehost-live

13.  Natale, Simone. "Spiritualism Exposed: Scepticism, Credulity And Spectatorship In End-Of-The-Century America." European Journal Of American Culture 29.2 (2010): 131-144. Academic Search Premier. Web. 31 Jan. 2013.http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=aph&AN=52803283&site=ehost-live

14.  Krippner, Stanley, and Hiram Yanez. "Spirits Of Light At The Padre Pio Healing Center." Journal Of Spirituality & Paranormal Studies 30.4 (2007): 223-229. Academic Search Premier. Web. 31 Jan. 2013. http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=aph&AN=26921243&site=ehost-live

15.  "The Seance." Skeptic 7.3 (1999): 100. Academic Search Premier. Web. 31 Jan. 2013. http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=aph&AN=2863981&site=ehost-live

16.  Stanford, Peter. "Knock, Knock. Who's There? A Dead Man's Spirit." New Statesman 131.4582 (2002): 32. Academic Search Premier. Web. 31 Jan. 2013. http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=aph&AN=6486182&site=ehost-live

17.  Randi, James. "'Twas Brillig... How To Convince People You Are Psychic." Skeptic 15.3 (2010): 8-10. Academic Search Premier. Web. 31 Jan. 2013. http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=aph&AN=48307907&site=ehost-live

18.  SCHEITLE, CHRISTOPHER P. "Bringing Out The Dead: Gender And Historical Cycles Of Spiritualism." Omega: Journal Of Death & Dying 50.3 (2004): 237-253. Academic Search Premier. Web. 31 Jan. 2013. http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=aph&AN=16266834&site=ehost-live

19.  Walliss, John. "Continuing Bonds: Relationships Between The Living And The Dead Within Contemporary Spiritualism." Mortality 6.2 (2001): 127-145. Academic Search Premier. Web. 31 Jan. 2013. http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=aph&AN=6006954&site=ehost-live

20.  Pirog, Reverend Enola. "Confessions Of A Spiritualist." Journal Of Spirituality & Paranormal Studies 30.3 (2007): 162-173. Academic Search Premier. Web. 31 Jan. 2013. http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=aph&AN=25737998&site=ehost-live

21.  Parot, Francoise. "Psychology Experiments: Spiritism At The Sorbonne." Journal Of The History Of The Behavioral Sciences 29.1 (1993): 22-28. Academic Search Premier. Web. 31 Jan. 2013. http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=aph&AN=11988547&site=ehost-live

22.  Lampe, Padú. "Instrumental Communication With The Dead." Journal Of Religion & Psychical Research 16.3 (1993): 143. Academic Search Premier. Web. 31 Jan. 2013. http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=aph&AN=8635758&site=ehost-live

23.  Tymn, Michael E. "Awesome Phenomena At The Saturday Night Club." Journal Of Spirituality & Paranormal Studies 31.3 (2008): 129-137. Academic Search Premier. Web. 31 Jan. 2013. http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=aph&AN=34633417&site=ehost-live

24.  Tymn, Michael E. "Early Investigations Into The Mystery Of Levitation." Journal Of Spirituality & Paranormal Studies 31.4 (2008): 216-230. Academic Search Premier. Web. 31 Jan. 2013. http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=aph&AN=34865902&site=ehost-live

25.  Keen, Montague. "The Academy Of Psychic And Religious Sources On Life After Death." Proceedings (Academy Of Religion & Psychical Research ) (2003): 110-117. Academic Search Premier. Web. 31 Jan. 2013. http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=aph&AN=10761432&site=ehost-live

26.  Adler, Jerry, and T. Trent Gegax. "Heaven's Gatekeepers." Newsweek 131.11 (1998): 64. Academic Search Premier. Web. 31 Jan. 2013. http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=aph&AN=320966&site=ehost-live

  1. "Fox Sisters." Columbia Electronic Encyclopedia, 6Th Edition (2011): 1. Academic Search Premier. Web. 31 Jan. 2013. http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=aph&AN=39007136&site=ehost-live

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