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Credulity: A Cultural History of US Mesmerism (Class 200: New Studies in Religion),Used
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From the 1830s to the Civil War, Americans could be found putting each other into trances for fun and profit in parlors, on stage, and in medical consulting rooms. They were performing mesmerism. Surprisingly central to literature and culture of the period, mesmerism embraced a variety of phenomena, including mind control, spirit travel, and clairvoyance. Although it had been debunked by Benjamin Franklin in late eighteenthcentury France, the practice nonetheless enjoyed a decadeslong resurgence in the United States. Emily Ogden here offers the first comprehensive account of those boom years.Credulity tells the fascinating story of mesmerisms spread from the plantations of the French Antilles to the textile factory cities of 1830s New England. As it proliferated along the Eastern seaboard, this occult movement attracted attention from Ralph Waldo Emersons circle and ignited the nineteenthcentury equivalent of flame wars in the major newspapers. But mesmerism was not simply the last gasp of magic in modern times. Far from being magicians themselves, mesmerists claimed to provide the first rational means of manipulating the credulous human tendencies that had underwritten past superstitions. Now, rather than propping up the powers of oracles and false gods, these tendencies served modern ends such as labor supervision, education, and mediated communication. Neither an atavistic throwback nor a radical alternative, mesmerism was part and parcel of the modern. Credulity offers us a new way of understanding the place of enchantment in secularizing America.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main topic of 'Credulity: A Cultural History of US Mesmerism'? A: The book explores the history and cultural significance of mesmerism in the United States from the 1830s to the Civil War, detailing its impact on society, literature, and various phenomena such as mind control and clairvoyance.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Professor Emily Ogden, who provides a comprehensive account of mesmerism's influence during its resurgence in America.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on March 30, 2018.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: How many pages does 'Credulity' contain? A: The book contains a total of 272 pages.
- Q: What themes are explored in 'Credulity'? A: The book delves into themes such as the intersection of science and magic, the social dynamics of mesmerism, and its role in shaping modern rational thought.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic research? A: Yes, 'Credulity' offers thorough historical analysis and insights suitable for academic research in cultural studies, religious studies, and American history.
- Q: What is the condition of the book when purchased? A: The book is offered in new condition.
- Q: Does the book include references or a bibliography? A: Yes, the book includes references and a bibliography to support its research and findings.
- Q: In which category is this book listed? A: The book is categorized under Ethiopia.