1874 Library MESMERISM Psychology HYPNOTISM Occult Spiritualism Mesmer Medicine



“Library of Mesmerism and Psychology” is a comprehensive anthology exploring the fascinating world of mesmerism, psychology, and the intricate relationship between the mind, soul, and body. Published by Samuel R. Wells, this collection constitutes an expansive exploration into the peculiar 19th-century perspective of these “disciplines,” combining five works by various authors in the field including:



“Macrocosm and Microcosm” by William Fishbough – This work navigates the profound relationship between the larger universe (Macrocosm) and human beings as miniature universes (Microcosm).

“Fascination, or the Philosophy of Charming,” by John B. Newman – This work explores the intriguing phenomenon of fascination and the art of charming, tapping into the understanding of human behavior and interaction.

“Philosophy of Electrical Psychology,” by John Bovee Dods – This work advances the study of mesmerism and psychology with a particular focus on the minds influence over the body.

“Six Lectures on the Philosophy of Mesmerism” by John Bovee Dods – This work offers further insights into mesmerisms principles, including Dods belief in mental electricity or spiritualism, among other fascinating aspects of this discipline.

“Psychology; or the Science of the Soul” by Joseph Haddock - Forms a fitting conclusion to this anthology. Haddocks work delves into the understanding of the soul and its interactions with the physical realm, offering a comprehensive study of our “internal world.”



The “Library of Mesmerism and Psychology” is a compilation of intriguing and at times bizarre 19th-century ideas and discoveries that provide readers with a curious understanding of the mind, body, and soul, as well as the laws governing our mental and spiritual existence.



Item number: #41172

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FISHBOUGH, William; NEWMAN, John B.; DODS, John Bovee; DADDOCK, Joseph



Library of Mesmerism and Psychology. In Two Volumes. Comprising Philosophy of Mesmerism, On Fascination, Electrical Psychology, The Macrocosm, Science of the Soul.



New York: Samuel R. Wells, 1874.



Details:

Collation: Complete; 5 works across 2 volumes bound in 1 tome

Volume I

Macrocosm and Microcosm – [2], x, 11-259, [1]

1 woodcut engraving

Fascination, or the Philosophy of Charming – x, 11-176

16 woodcut engravings

Volume II

Philosophy of Electrical Psychology – [2], 252

Six Lectures on the Philosophy of Mesmerism – iv, 5-82

Psychology; or the Science of the Soul – 112, [4]

17 woodcut engravings

References: Atwater 966; Crabtree No. 473, 596; Gault, History of Hypnotism, pg. 186-188

Provenance: Handwritten – B. E. Valentine

Language: English

Binding: Hardcover; tight and secure

Cloth

Size: ~8in X 5.5in (20cm x 14cm)



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