In "The Spirit Rappings, Mesmerism, Clairvoyance, Visions, Revelations, Startling Phenomena, and Infidelity of the Rapping Fraternity Calmly Considered, and Exposed," James Porter critically examines the burgeoning spiritualist movement of the mid-19th century. Porter meticulously dissects the claims of spirit rappers, mesmerists, and clairvoyants, offering a skeptical perspective on the phenomena that captivated the public imagination. This work provides valuable insights into the social and religious context of the time, revealing the anxieties and beliefs that fueled the widespread interest in spiritualism. Porter's calm and reasoned approach aims to expose what he views as the infidelity and deception within the "rapping fraternity." This book is a fascinating historical document for anyone interested in the history of spiritualism, religious movements, and the interplay between science and belief in the 19th century.
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