The Theosophical Society: The History of a Spiritualist Movement (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781612335537)

This peer-reviewed study represents a culmination of years of research into the history of the Theosophical Society. In this unique project which combines biographies with source analyses, Jeffrey D. Lavoie records a detailed history of the early Theosophical Society and examines its relationship with the modern Spiritualist movement between the years 1875-1891. Special attention has been paid to some of the neglected figures associated with these organizations including Arthur Lillie- the Gnostic-occultist and early critic of the Theosophical Society; the Davenport Brothers- the Spiritualist mediums who developed many of the standard elements which became associated with modern Spiritualism; Alfred Wallace- the prominent scientist, Spiritualist, and supposed member of the Theosophical Society and many others. This work will appeal to a wide array of readers including those interested in modern religious movements, Western Esotericism, South Asian history, and Victorian studies.

Author: Jeffrey D. Lavoie
ISBN-10: 1612335535
ISBN-13: 9781612335537
Publisher: Brown Walker Press (FL)
Language: English
Published: 02/01/2012
Pages: 382
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.97lbs
Size: 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.79d

Review Citation(s):
Reference and Research Bk News 04/01/2012 pg. 8