The Magic Staff: An Autobiography (1857)

The Magic Staff: An Autobiography is a memoir written by Andrew Jackson Davis and published in 1857. Davis was a popular American spiritualist who claimed to have psychic abilities and the ability to communicate with the dead. In this book, Davis recounts his life story, beginning with his childhood in rural New York and continuing through his experiences as a traveling lecturer and author.Davis describes his early encounters with spiritualism and the development of his psychic abilities, which he believed were a result of divine intervention. He also discusses his involvement in the Spiritualist movement, which was a popular religious and social movement in the mid-19th century that focused on communication with the dead.Throughout the book, Davis shares his thoughts on a range of topics, including religion, science, and philosophy. He also provides insights into the Spiritualist movement and the controversies surrounding it, such as accusations of fraud and the role of women in spiritualist circles.Overall, The Magic Staff: An Autobiography provides a fascinating glimpse into the life and beliefs of one of America's most famous spiritualists. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of spiritualism or the broader cultural and social trends of the mid-19th century.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.