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A Short History of (Nearly) Everything Paranormal: Our Secret Powers Telepathy, Clairvoyance & Precognition

Simonsen, Terje
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📚 ABOUT THE BOOK

Step into the twilight zone where science meets the supernatural in this award-winning survey.

This volume bridges the gap between skeptical inquiry and paranormal wonder, offering a rigorous yet accessible exploration of psychic phenomena. Through a blend of historical lore, parapsychological data, and testimonies from diverse experts, it argues that abilities like telepathy and precognition may be natural, albeit obscure, faculties. The author meticulously examines how figures such as Cleopatra’s palace and Richard III’s remains were located via clairvoyance, challenging conventional boundaries between the mind and the material world.

Key themes
Parapsychological Evidence Scientific Validation of ESP Historical Mysteries Solved by Clairvoyance
Historical context

This work sits firmly within the modern esoteric tradition, bridging the historical lineage of spiritualism with contemporary parapsychological inquiry. It reflects a period where occult studies increasingly seek validation through scientific frameworks rather than purely mystical revelation.

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🏛 Watkins Publishing 📖 544 pages 📔 Paperback 📐 Paperback ISBN: 9781786783578
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Simonsen delivers a compelling, intellectually honest guide that respects both the data and the mystery. It excels in making dense parapsychological concepts accessible without dumbing them down. However, hardline materialists may find the acceptance of psychic phenomena frustratingly uncritical. For serious occultists and scientific skeptics alike, it remains an essential, award-winning primer on the edge of consciousness.
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📝 Description: A Short History of (Nearly) Everything Paranormal: Our Secret Powers Telepathy, Clairvoyance & Precognition

Go inside the twilight zone of human consciousness with this "superb survey of the paranormal"--hailed by experts as the best introduction to psychic phenomena (Herbie Brennan, New York Times-bestselling author). This is the most entertaining and broad survey of the paranormal ever made--combining forgotten lore, evidence from parapsychological experiments, and the testimonies of scientists, archaeologists, anthropologists, psychologists, physicists, and philosophers. Exploring the possibility that paranormal phenomena may be objectively real, this travelogue through the twilight zone of human consciousness is both scientifically rigorous and extremely entertaining. Readers may be surprised to learn that reputable scientists, among them several Nobel laureates, have claimed that: Telepathy is a reality Cleopatra's lost palace and Richard III's burial place were recovered with clairvoyance The US military set up an espionage program using psychics Could it be that what we usually call "supernatural" is a natural but little understood communication via this mental internet? The winner of the most prestigious award in the field, the Parapsychological Association Book Award, A Short History of (Nearly) Everything Paranormal is an engaging, entertaining and informative analysis of a controversial subject.

💎 Expert review

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Esoterica Books editorial team
Occult literature desk
Simonsen delivers a compelling bridge between skepticism and supernatural wonder, making complex parapsychological data digestible for the general public. The examination of historical cases, such as locating Richard III’s remains, adds tangible weight to abstract concepts like clairvoyance. However, this book does not suit readers seeking definitive proof or those who demand rigorous academic peer-review standards without narrative engagement. Hardcore materialists may find the premise too speculative, while pure believers might desire more mystical immersion than analytical distance. It is best suited for open-minded explorers willing to entertain the possibility of psychic phenomena as legitimate subjects of study.
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Why this book is worth reading

Readers who find traditional spiritualism too dogmatic or purely scientific texts too dry will find a perfect middle ground here. This book is ideal for the intellectually curious skeptic who wants to explore the edges of human potential without abandoning critical thought. Those fascinated by the intersection of psychology and the supernatural will appreciate the rigorous yet accessible approach. It offers validation for those who have experienced unexplained phenomena, providing historical context and expert testimonies that normalize telepathy and precognition as natural, albeit obscure, faculties. If you enjoy unraveling how minds can interact beyond physical constraints, this survey provides both wonder and analytical depth.

⭐ Reader reviews

The starting rating comes from the team Esoterica Books —
⭐ Esoterica editorial review Editorial rating 4.6/5
★★★★
Seekers curious about the intersection of physics and spirit, skeptics open to anomalous data, and those investigating the historical legitimacy of psychic espionage or ancient intuitive practices.

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Ethan T. ✓ Verified purchase
September 22, 2025
Essential reading

My third book from this store and this one might be the best. The symbolism is layered and generous to patient readers. It reads better in small doses — a chapter at a time with notes. Recommended if you're ready to do the work.

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Esoterica Books editorial team

Simonsen delivers a compelling bridge between skepticism and supernatural wonder, making complex parapsychological data digestible for the general public. The examination of historical cases, such as locating Richard III’s remains, adds tangible weight to abstract concepts like clairvoyance. However, this book does not suit readers seeking definitive proof or those who demand rigorous academic peer-review standards without narrative engagement. Hardcore materialists may find the premise too speculative, while pure believers might desire more mystical immersion than analytical distance. It is best suited for open-minded explorers willing to entertain the possibility of psychic phenomena as legitimate subjects of study.

❓ Frequently asked questions

It balances both, using peer-reviewed experiments and expert testimonies to frame psychic abilities as objective, albeit rare, natural occurrences rather than mere faith-based beliefs.
No, it incorporates anthropological and archaeological perspectives, looking at paranormal claims across various cultures and historical periods, including ancient mysteries and modern espionage.

📖 Who should read this

Seekers curious about the intersection of physics and spirit, skeptics open to anomalous data, and those investigating the historical legitimacy of psychic espionage or ancient intuitive practices.

🎯 Key themes and symbolism

Parapsychological Evidence

Scientific Validation of ESP

Historical Mysteries Solved by Clairvoyance

💬 Quotes from the book

“What we call supernatural may just be a natural but little understood communication via this mental internet.”

“Reputable scientists, including Nobel laureates, have claimed telepathy is a reality.”

📜 Historical context

Emerging from the late 20th-century resurgence of interest in consciousness studies, this work aligns with the Parapsychological Association’s efforts to legitimize the field. It draws upon Cold War-era military projects and the growing recognition of Nobel laureates who acknowledged psychic phenomena, positioning itself within a tradition that refuses to dismiss the unexplained solely by materialist paradigms.

📚 Glossary

Clairvoyance
Parapsychology
ESP

📔 Questions to reflect on

  1. Have you ever experienced a moment where your intuition felt like a direct line to external knowledge?
  2. How does the concept of a 'mental internet' change your view of human connection?
  3. What ancient mystery would you attempt to solve if you possessed clairvoyant abilities?

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