| Author |
Kennon, J. L. |
| Title |
The Planet Mars and Its Inhabitants, a Psychic Revelation
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 57.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Charles Keller. HTML version by Al Haines.
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| Summary |
"The Planet Mars and Its Inhabitants, a Psychic Revelation" by J. L. Kennon is a spiritual and philosophical text written in the early 20th century. The work presents a unique exploration of Mars, purportedly narrated from the perspective of a Martian named Eros Urides, who seeks to convey the advanced spiritual and social principles of Martian society to the people of Earth. At the start of the text, Eros Urides introduces himself and outlines his purpose for sharing insights about Martian life and philosophy. He explains that his revelations aim to enlighten Earth's inhabitants, promoting understanding and spiritual growth. Urides illustrates the Martian way of life, highlighting aspects such as communal living, the absence of selfishness, and the belief that material possessions belong to God. By comparing the idealistic life on Mars with the struggles faced by humans, the Martian narrator emphasizes the importance of love and spiritual unity, asserting that these principles lead to a harmonious and fulfilling existence devoid of the conflicts seen on Earth. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
BF: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Psychology, Philosophy, Psychoanalysis
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| Subject |
Spiritualism
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| Subject |
Mars (Planet) -- Miscellanea
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
563 |
| Release Date |
Jun 1, 1996 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jan 1, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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