Visual Hallucinations And Phantasms Of The Living And Dead

""Visual Hallucinations and Phantasms of the Living and Dead"" is a book written by Sir William F. Barrett, a renowned physicist and psychical researcher. The book explores the phenomena of visual hallucinations and phantasms, both of the living and the dead. Barrett presents a comprehensive analysis of the causes, nature, and characteristics of these phenomena, drawing on scientific research and his own personal experiences.The book is divided into two parts. The first part focuses on visual hallucinations and their various forms, including those experienced during sleep, drug use, and mental illness. Barrett examines the different theories and explanations for these hallucinations, including physiological, psychological, and spiritual perspectives.The second part of the book delves into phantasms, or apparitions of the dead. Barrett discusses the historical and cultural significance of phantasms, as well as their prevalence in literature and folklore. He also presents case studies and personal accounts of phantasm experiences, and explores the possible explanations for their occurrence.Overall, ""Visual Hallucinations and Phantasms of the Living and Dead"" is a fascinating and informative exploration of a complex and mysterious subject. It offers insights into the human psyche and the ways in which we perceive and interpret the world around us, as well as the enduring fascination with the supernatural and the afterlife.THIS 28 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Psychical Research, by Sir William F. Barrett. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1564596583.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.