The book ""Thomas Lake Harris"" by W. P. Swainson is a biography of the American spiritual leader and poet, Thomas Lake Harris. Harris was born in 1823 in New York and became a prominent figure in the spiritualist movement in the mid-19th century. He founded several utopian communities in New York and California, including the Brotherhood of the New Life and the Fountain Grove community.The book provides a detailed account of Harris's life, from his early years to his spiritual awakening and his subsequent leadership in the spiritualist movement. It explores his beliefs and teachings, including his ideas about the unity of all religions and the importance of spiritual development.The author also examines Harris's personal life, including his relationships with his followers and his family. The book includes a wealth of primary source material, including letters, diaries, and other documents, which provide insights into Harris's thoughts and experiences.Overall, ""Thomas Lake Harris"" is a fascinating and informative biography of an important figure in American spiritual history. It offers a detailed and nuanced portrait of Harris and his contributions to the spiritualist movement and the development of utopian communities in the United States.THIS 64 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Three Famous Occultists, by W. P. Swainson. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0922802866.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.