About the author
Paul Beard was a long-standing member of the Society for Psychical Research and served as President of the College of Psychic Studies in London, where he worked extensively on the study of mediumship and the question of survival after death. His trilogy for White Crow Books, Survival of Death, Hidden Man, and Living On: How Consciousness Continues and Evolves After Death, sets out his case for the evidential and philosophical grounds of psychical research into life after death, drawing on decades of sitting with mediums and analyzing reported communications. Beard wrote as a researcher and administrator within British psychical research rather than as a practicing medium himself, and his books are pitched at readers already familiar with the field, engaging directly with the evidence, its limitations, and its philosophical implications rather than offering an introductory overview of the subject.
📖 Where to start with Paul Beard
💬 What our editors say about Paul Beard's books
“Paul Beard’s 'Hidden Man' is a compelling compilation of empirical findings from a pioneering psychical researcher. While it offers valuable insights for skeptics open to spiritualism, it may not suit readers seeking purely…”
Esoterica Books editorial team, Occult literature desk · on Hidden Man
“Beard’s dedication to documenting mediumship sittings provides a unique window into spiritualist thought, yet this very commitment may alienate readers seeking quick answers or purely metaphysical speculation without empirical…”
Esoterica Books editorial team, Occult literature desk · on Living On: How Consciousness Continues and Evolves After Death
“Beard’s work stands out for its diligent documentation and engagement with mediums, offering a sturdy foundation for those interested in psychical research. However, this text is not suitable for readers seeking mystical poetry…”
Esoterica Books editorial team, Occult literature desk · on Survival of Death
📋 Editions by Paul Beard in the catalog
| Edition | Year | Publisher | Pages | ISBN |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hidden Man | 2015 | White Crow Books | 150 | 9781910121764 |
| Living On: How Consciousness Continues and Evolves After Death | 2015 | White Crow Books | 220 | 9781910121801 |
| Survival of Death | 2016 | White Crow Books | 192 | 9781910121948 |
