Ghosts I Have Seen, and Other Psychic Experiences (eBook)

Violet Tweedale (Autor)

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2022
212 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654709756-3 (EAN)

Infos

In "Ghosts I Have Seen, and Other Psychic Experiences," Violet Tweedale explores the ethereal realm of the supernatural, intertwining personal anecdotes with her rich, lyrical prose. This collection of narratives delves into her encounters with ghosts and various psychic phenomena, richly illustrated through vivid detail and evocative imagery. The book sits at the intersection of Victorian fascination with spiritualism and the emerging field of psychological inquiry, reflecting the era's burgeoning interest in the occult and the unseen forces believed to influence human life. Violet Tweedale, a prominent figure in early 20th-century spiritualism, draws upon her own experiences as a psychic medium and her extensive social connections with other contemporaneous practitioners. The influences of her upbringing and her active participation in the spiritualist movement of her time provided her with both the literary and experiential foundation necessary to compose this intriguing work. Her narrative is not only a reflection of her own beliefs but also a response to the cultural milieu that questioned the boundaries between the tangible and the mystical. For readers intrigued by the paranormal or the historical context of spiritualism, "Ghosts I Have Seen" serves as a compelling window into the complexities of human perception. Tweedale invites the reader to consider the deeper questions of existence and the unseen dimensions of life, making this book a worthwhile exploration for both enthusiasts and skeptics alike.

Autor

Violet Tweedale (1862–1936) was a prolific British author and poet, recognized for her contributions to the spiritualism movement and psychic research in the early 20th century. Born into a cultured family and married to the renowned golfer and writer Robert Tweedale, she penned numerous works that delve into the paranormal and theosophy. A notable title in her oeuvre, 'Ghosts I Have Seen, and Other Psychic Experiences' (1919), is a reflection of her lifelong interest in supernatural phenomena and her own claimed clairvoyant abilities. In this memoir-esque collection, Tweedale recounts her personal encounters with the spectral and the unexplained, providing readers with vivid narratives that intertwine the ethereal with the everyday. Her literary style often mirrors the sensibilities of her upper-middle-class background, with a flourish of Edwardian elegance and a touch of gothic charm, frequently appealing to those curious about the afterlife and the existence of spirits. As a woman writer in a then male-dominated field of paranormal research, Tweedale's work stands as a testament to her unique perspective and contributions to the genre. Her writing not only offered insights into spiritual beliefs but also reflected broader cultural fascinations of the period with the occult and mysticism. Her legacy endures as a significant, if niche, figure in the history of supernatural literature.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 20.7.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Gesundheit / Leben / Psychologie ► Esoterik / Spiritualität
• Themenwelt: Geisteswissenschaften ► Psychologie
• Schlagworte: 1900s paranormal • afterlife reflections • female psychic pioneers • Ghostly visions • Ghosts • ghosts and hauntings • gothic atmosphere • Haunting Narratives • historical paranormal accounts • Medium experiences • mediumship experiences • mysticism and spirituality • Occult Exploration • occult literature • Occult memoir • Paranormal experiences • paranormal insights • Parapsychology • psychic autobiography • Psychic phenomena • Psychology • scottish author • spiritual encounters • spiritualist memoirs • spiritual memoirs • Supernatural Encounters • supernatural sightings • victorian ghost stories • Victorian spiritualism • Victorian supernatural • Violet Tweedale books