The Case Against Spirit Photographs by C. Vincent Patrick and W. Whately Smith

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Author Patrick, C. Vincent
Author Smith, W. Whately (Walter Whately), 1892-1947
LoC No. 2010668542
Title The Case Against Spirit Photographs
Note Reading ease score: 54.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Summary "The Case Against Spirit Photographs" by C. Vincent Patrick and W. Whately Smith is a critical examination of spirit photography, written in the early 20th century. The work delves into the widely popular claims surrounding these photographs, challenging their validity and exploring potential methods of fraud. The authors aim to present a thorough analysis of the historical context, fraudulent techniques used, and the psychology of belief surrounding spirit photographs. The opening of the text introduces the subject of spirit photography, highlighting the ongoing public fascination and the significant claims made by spiritualists regarding evidence of life after death. W. Whately Smith articulates that while photographs may seem to offer objective proof, the possibility of deception is ever-present, especially in poorly controlled environments such as photographic séances. The section sets the stage for an in-depth exploration of the historical cases, fraudulent methods, and personal experiences that lead to skepticism about spirit photography, suggesting that the authors will seek to dismantle claims surrounding its authenticity throughout the remainder of the work. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class BF: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Psychology, Philosophy, Psychoanalysis
Subject Spiritualism
Subject Parapsychology
Subject Spirit photography
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EBook-No. 61352
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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