Okkultismus im Gehäuse. Institutionalisierungen der Parapsychologie im 20. Jahrhundert im internationalen Vergleich

Where was the locus of parapsychology &#8211 the academic involvement with the occult &#8211 during the 20th century? In this first attempt at an international comparison, the authors examine various institutional venues, including private salons, academic societies, and universities, while...

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Main Author: Paletschek, Sylvia (auth)
Other Authors: Lux, Anna (auth)
Format: Book Chapter
Published: De Gruyter 2016
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Summary:Where was the locus of parapsychology &#8211 the academic involvement with the occult &#8211 during the 20th century? In this first attempt at an international comparison, the authors examine various institutional venues, including private salons, academic societies, and universities, while also addressing prominent opponents. Essays on practical applications of parapsychology and cinematic presentations supplement their findings.
Physical Description:1 electronic resource (439 p.)
ISBN:9783110466638
DOI:10.1515/9783110466638
Access:Open Access