Andrew Jackson Davis A 19th Century Seer And A Glimpse Of His Philosophy

by W. J. Colville

Book Overview

""Andrew Jackson Davis: A 19th Century Seer and a Glimpse of His Philosophy"" is a book written by W. J. Colville that explores the life and teachings of Andrew Jackson Davis, a prominent figure in the spiritualist movement of the 19th century. Davis claimed to have the ability to communicate with spirits and became known as the ""Poughkeepsie Seer"" for his prophetic visions. The book delves into Davis' background, his experiences with spiritualism, and his philosophical beliefs, which included a belief in the unity of all things and the power of human potential. Colville draws from Davis' own writings and speeches to present a comprehensive view of his ideas, and also includes anecdotes and stories from those who knew him personally. Overall, ""Andrew Jackson Davis: A 19th Century Seer and a Glimpse of His Philosophy"" offers a fascinating look into the life and teachings of a key figure in the history of spiritualism and provides insights into his vision of the world and humanity's place in it.THIS 18 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Ancient Mysteries and Modern Revelations, by W. J. Colville. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1564594009.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 116281358X
• ISBN13: 9781162813585
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 20 Pages
• Weight: 0.12 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.0" x 7.5" x 9.3"