From India to the planet Mars: A study of a case of somnambulism with glossolalia

In this meticulously documented case study, a young woman from a modest background becomes the focal point of a pioneering inquiry into somnambulism and spontaneous glossolalia. The author traces her early years, her first encounters with spiritist circles, and the sudden onset of nocturnal wanderings accompanied by utterances that defy ordinary language. Detailed observations of her trance episodes are paired with thoughtful psychological commentary, offering a rare glimpse into the mind’s hidden terrain at the turn of the twentieth century.

The narrative moves beyond mere description, situating the phenomena within the emerging field of psychical research. By balancing rigorous scientific method with an open‑minded curiosity, the work invites listeners to contemplate the thin line between ordinary cognition and extraordinary experience. It remains a compelling portrait of a singular individual who, without intending it, opened a window onto questions that still intrigue scholars and seekers alike.