
The book opens as a measured guide to the little‑understood realm of clairvoyance, positioning itself between scientific inquiry and occult tradition. Drawing on early experiments of the Society for Psychical Research and the author’s own years of practice, it seeks to define what “second sight” really means without sensationalism. Readers are invited to consider how psychic faculties might fit into a broader path of intellectual and spiritual growth.
In a clear, systematic layout the work walks through the conditions needed for psychic work, the methods for developing the faculty, and the various kinds of visions that may arise. Chapters on obstacles, symbolism, and related psychic phases give practical advice while remaining skeptical of charlatans and simplistic hypnotic explanations. The conclusion points toward using these abilities responsibly, offering a thoughtful bridge between empirical study and inner revelation.
Language
en
Duration
~1 hours (112K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2008-09-16
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects

1864–1929
An English astrologer and Theosophist who wrote under a striking pen name, he helped popularize astrology for a wide general audience. His books ranged from practical horoscope guides to more mystical studies of symbolism, number, and occult ideas.
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