Letters to a Candid Inquirer on Animal Magnetism [ORIGINAL] GREGORY, William For Sale

Letters to a Candid Inquirer on Animal Magnetism [ORIGINAL] GREGORY, William Letters to a Candid Inquirer on Animal Magnetism [ORIGINAL] GREGORY, William

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Letters to a Candid Inquirer on Animal Magnetism is a seminal 19th-century work by William Gregory, a Scottish physician and professor of chemistry. Originally published in 1851 by Taylor, Walton, and Maberly in London, the book explores the history, theory, and practical application of \"animal magnetism,\" also known as mesmerism. Core Content & StructureWritten as a series of letters to an interested friend, Gregory addresses several key aspects of the phenomenon: 

• Scientific Defense: He argues against the \"imposture theory\" (the idea that mesmerism was purely fraud) and provides evidence for its natural causes.
• Phenomena Explored: The text delves into magnetic sleep, sympathy, and clairvoyance.
• Medical Applications: Gregory examines how these magnetic forces could be used for healing and therapy.
• Historical Context: He traces the roots of the practice back to ancient magic and divination. 

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