About the author
K Ramakrishna Rao is a psychologist and parapsychologist known for applying experimental methods to the study of psychic phenomena, building on the tradition of J. B. Rhine's research at Duke University. His book The Elements of Parapsychology (McFarland & Company, 2017) surveys the field's history and methods, from early scientific investigation to contemporary research. Basic Research in Parapsychology (McFarland, 2001) collects experimental reports and review articles assessing evidence in specific areas of psi research, while Consciousness Studies: Cross-Cultural Perspectives (McFarland, 2005) examines theories of consciousness across different intellectual traditions. Rao's writing treats parapsychology as an experimental discipline rather than a belief system, aimed at readers with an interest in the scientific study of consciousness and psychic phenomena rather than popular or devotional accounts.
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💬 What our editors say about K Ramakrishna Rao's books
“Rao’s volume is a robust intellectual exercise that demands attention from its audience. It successfully moves beyond conventional Western frameworks to offer a comprehensive view of consciousness across cultures. However, this…”
Esoterica Books editorial team, Occult literature desk · on Consciousness Studies: Cross-Cultural Perspectives
“Dr. Rao delivers a dense, academic examination of psychic phenomena that prioritizes data over dogma. While it stands as a cornerstone for serious inquiry, it is decidedly not for casual readers or those seeking spiritual…”
Esoterica Books editorial team, Occult literature desk · on Basic Research in Parapsychology, 2d ed. (Revised)
“Dr. Rao delivers a meticulous volume that successfully maps the terrain of parapsychology without succumbing to pseudoscientific hype. The text is praised for its balanced overview, making it accessible to those willing to engage…”
Esoterica Books editorial team, Occult literature desk · on The Elements of Parapsychology
📋 Editions by K Ramakrishna Rao in the catalog
| Edition | Year | Publisher | Pages | ISBN |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Consciousness Studies: Cross-Cultural Perspectives | 2005 | McFarland & Company | 367 | 9780786422784 |
| Basic Research in Parapsychology, 2d ed. (Revised) | 2001 | McFarland & Company | 416 | 9780786410088 |
| The Elements of Parapsychology | 2017 | McFarland & Company | 337 | 9781476671222 |
