Cock Lane and Common-Sense - Lang, Andrew
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Delve into the fascinating world of 18th-century spiritualism with Andrew Lang's "Cock Lane and Common-Sense," a compelling exploration of ghosts, hauntings, and the supernatural. This meticulously prepared edition revisits a pivotal moment in the history of parapsychology, examining the infamous Cock Lane ghost phenomenon and the surrounding debates on fraud and belief. Lang's work offers a critical lens on the social and psychological climate of the time, providing insight into the enduring human fascination with unexplained phenomena. Explore the clash between reason and the yearning to…mehr

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Delve into the fascinating world of 18th-century spiritualism with Andrew Lang's "Cock Lane and Common-Sense," a compelling exploration of ghosts, hauntings, and the supernatural. This meticulously prepared edition revisits a pivotal moment in the history of parapsychology, examining the infamous Cock Lane ghost phenomenon and the surrounding debates on fraud and belief. Lang's work offers a critical lens on the social and psychological climate of the time, providing insight into the enduring human fascination with unexplained phenomena. Explore the clash between reason and the yearning to believe in something beyond the veil of the ordinary. "Cock Lane and Common-Sense" remains a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of psychic phenomena and the sociology of belief. This title will appeal to those interested in British history, spiritualism, and the enduring mysteries of the human mind. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
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Andrew Lang, born on 31 March 1844 in Selkirk, Scotland, was a multifaceted scholar renowned for his contributions to literature and anthropology. Educated at the University of St Andrews and Balliol College, Oxford, he excelled in classical studies and developed a profound interest in folklore and mythology. In 1875, he married Leonora Blanche Alleyne, who played a significant role in his fairy tale collections.Throughout his career, Lang was a prolific writer, producing works that spanned poetry, novels, literary criticism, and anthropological studies. He is perhaps best remembered for his Fairy Books, a series of twelve collections of fairy tales from various cultures, beginning with The Blue Fairy Book in 1889. These volumes have become classics, enchanting readers with their rich storytelling and diverse narratives.In addition to his literary endeavors, Lang made significant contributions to the study of folklore and anthropology, authoring works such as Custom and Myth (1884) and Myth, Ritual and Religion (1887). His scholarly pursuits extended to psychical research, and he served as president of the Society for Psychical Research in 1911. Lang passed away on 20 July 1912 in Banchory, Aberdeenshire, leaving behind a legacy that continues to influence the fields of literature and anthropology.