Publisher's Synopsis
The Rappers: Or The Mysteries, Fallacies, And Absurdities Of Spirit-Rapping, Table-Tipping, And Entrancement is a book written by A Searcher After Truth and published in 1854. The book is a critical examination of the popular spiritualist movement of the time, which involved mediums claiming to communicate with the dead through various means, such as rapping sounds, table-tipping, and entrancement.The author explores the history and origins of spiritualism, as well as the various techniques used by mediums to produce the supposed supernatural phenomena. The book also delves into the psychological and social factors that may have contributed to the rise of spiritualism, such as the desire for comfort and reassurance in the face of death and loss.Throughout the book, the author presents a skeptical and rational perspective on spiritualism, arguing that the supposed supernatural phenomena can be easily explained by natural causes, such as trickery, suggestion, and unconscious movements. The author also criticizes the moral and intellectual implications of spiritualism, suggesting that it encourages superstition, credulity, and a disregard for scientific inquiry.Overall, The Rappers is a fascinating and insightful critique of a popular cultural phenomenon that continues to fascinate and intrigue people to this day. It remains a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of spiritualism, as well as the broader cultural and intellectual trends of the 19th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
