Published in 1957 by Denoël in the "La Tour Saint-Jacques" series, The Great Mediums is one of Robert Amadou's best-known works.
The author explores the question of what makes a "great medium" and traces the history of some of the most influential figures associated with mediumship and Spiritualism.
Illustrated with black-and-white photographs and completed by a general bibliography, the volume offers a well-documented introduction to the history of Spiritualism and psychic research.
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Condition
Paperback. Illustrated covers. Page edges and paper age-toned. Very good overall condition. 259 pages.
About the author
Robert Amadou (1924-2006) was one of France's leading scholars of esotericism, Spiritualism and occult traditions.
Known for his historical and scholarly approach, he sought to study these subjects through documentation and research rather than sensation.
About the book
Published during a period of renewed interest in Spiritualism, the book focuses on the personalities, experiences and cultural influence of famous mediums rather than simply recounting extraordinary phenomena.
Why this book is unusual
Rather than promoting belief or disbelief, Robert Amadou approaches the subject as a historian, examining
Why this book remains relevant today
Public interest in mediumship, psychic experiences and the history of Spiritualism remains strong. This book provides valuable historical context for understanding these enduring subjects.
English Keywords
- The Great Mediums
- Robert Amadou
- Spiritualism
- mediumship
- mediums
- psychic phenomena
- esotericism
- occult studies
- history of Spiritualism
- Denoël
- La Tour Saint-Jacques
- 1957 edition