On the Edge of the Etheric, or Survival After Death Scientifically Explained

by Arthur Findlay

This book supplies the key to the mystery of death, and makes the etheric world understandable. It attempts to locate scientifically the etheric world, and place it on the map of the Universe. It marks the entrance to a new age of thought, and the acceptance of the facts it contains will unite religion and science, and should being humanity together in a common brotherhood.

Genres: Spiritualism, Spirituality, Paranormal

215 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1931

About the author

Arthur Findlay MBE JP (1883- July 1964) was a writer, accountant, stockbroker and Essex magistrate, as well as a significant figure in the history of the religion of Spiritualism.

Reviews

[Jackie · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was published in 1931, so I was impressed at Findlay's grasp of concepts which are being advanced by quantum physics today. The first part of the book deals with the science of mind and matter. The middle of the book describes Findlay's introduction to Spiritualism (he was a skeptic initially) and his experiences with mediums. The last part of the book deals with cases of evidential mediumship and his particular study of John C. Sloan.

[Marina Quattrocchi · Rating 4 out of 5]

Arthur Findlay who was quite a scholar and historian in his day, published this book back in 1931. It is largely based on a series of group séances he attended with medium John Campbell Sloan. He begins by giving a scientific explanation of all the things we cannot see: gamma rays, x-rays, ultra violent rays, infra red rays, radio waves, micro waves and long radio waves, then segways into the spirit world, and the deceased who are alive in spirit, but not visible to the human eye. He goes into great detail describing how séances were conducted that he attended on a regular basis for many years, and how, being a skeptic he tried for years to determine if any tricks or illusions were being used. Findlay describes John Sloan as a completely honest, humble man, who never took any money for these sessions, but realized how valuable they were to people who had lost a loved one and were seeking answers. Even though this book is over 80 years old, I found it fascinating, and learned a great deal about life after death.

[Ashe · Rating 5 out of 5]

I need more stars!!! This was 100% my cup of tea!! Despite this book being published in the 30's and written as a scientific study it was easy enough to read. Arthur Findlays work has the potential to impact humanity in an extraordinary way if only people embraced this type of research with an open mind and carried out their own study into proof of life after death. This book, along with the French revelation are 2 books I would want with me if ever deserted on an island!!!

[Nicola Pierce · Rating 4 out of 5]

I picked this up to read as a new widow and found comfort in Findlay's presentation about the Afterlife - though I did find his tone a little dry and academic but, at the same time, completely trustworthy.

[Pittounikos Dmt Moesy · Rating 2 out of 5]

For modern readers, there is zero chance of validating the claims in this book. You may as well read about the magic in Harry Potter believing it really happened.

[Julie Laporte · Rating 2 out of 5]

Note this book was originally published in 1931. The last two chapters are the best, imho. (Not the conclusion). It wasn't earth-shattering for me since I already had full faith in afterlife, so the majority of the book, the presentation of Findlay's experiences, was a bit dull to me.