An Introduction to Parapsychology

by Harvey J. Irwin

The objective of this book is to provide an introductory survey of parapsychologists' efforts to explore the authenticity and bases of anomalous, apparently paranormal phenomena. Dr. Irwin outlines the origins of parapsychological research and critically reviews investigations of extrasensory perception, psychokinesis, poltergeist phenomena, near-death and out-of-body experiences, and the evaluation of parapsychology as a scientific enterprise.

Genres: Psychology, Paranormal, Science, Nonfiction, Occult, Reference

408 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1989

Reviews

[Alexander · Rating 4 out of 5]

Frankly, a pleasant surprise. Not the kind of scientific jargon I was afraid of. I've learned all about ghostbusters, and lack of ghostbusters.

[JCJBergman · Rating 5 out of 5]

A comprehensive classic text on parapsychology. Was recommended by my paranormal module lecturer and is great to use as a guide when thinking critically about the topic. Would recommend.

[Sophie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Carolin A. Watt, the co author, coaches an online introduction to parapsychology at Edinburgh University and the Koestler Institute each year. Her course book is the second best manual that encountered. Its a classic introduction. Starting with a short historical background and introducing the basic terms of parapsychology. The online course added the possibility to listen interviews of scientists an discussing the presented questions every week

[Shelby HB · Rating 3 out of 5]

Very dry but its also a textbook so that's to be expected. Well sourced, quite thorough, and presents some really interesting ideas. I definitely understand why this stuff is inherently difficult to study in a scientific setting now.