""Spiritualism in France Before 1848"" is a historical book written by Frank Podmore that explores the origins and development of spiritualism in France during the 19th century. The book delves into the various spiritualist movements that emerged in France before the Revolution of 1848, including mesmerism, table-turning, and the popularization of seances. Podmore examines the key figures and events that shaped French spiritualism, such as the works...