PSI: What It is and How It Works; A Central Model for Parapsychology
Keith Chandler unifies parapsychology under the Mental Realism framework.
Chandler challenges the outdated materialism that has long dominated scientific and philosophical discourse regarding paranormal abilities. By introducing Mental Realism, he offers a new paradigm to replace the rigid structures of Descartes and Newton. The book systematically reviews evidence for telepathy and psychokinesis to demonstrate their validity as scientific subjects. This work bridges the gap between rigorous empirical investigation and a broader understanding of reality as psychic energy. It aims to legitimize parapsychology by removing it from the category of the occult and placing it firmly within established scientific inquiry.
Published in 2001 by iUniverse, this work emerges from a period where serious researchers had established the existence of PSI through rigorous methodologies. It responds to the need for a new worldview to replace outdated materialism, marking a shift from the sensory-bound concepts of Descartes and Newton toward a scientific understanding of purposeful psychic energy.
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Took a chance on this and glad I did. The historical context alone makes it worth the price. Highly recommend to serious students.
Honestly wasn't sure what to expect, but I'm impressed. Some chapters demand a slow, careful read, and that's exactly the point. The language takes some getting used to, but it becomes part of the charm.
Was skeptical at first. It rewards patience more than any book I've bought this year. I'd have loved an index, but that's on the original text. Good, with the caveats above.
Honestly wasn't sure what to expect, but I'm impressed. Some chapters demand a slow, careful read, and that's exactly the point. Five stars from me.
First purchase from this shop. The ideas are old but land with surprising force today. Some chapters demand a slow, careful read, and that's exactly the point. My only regret is not ordering it sooner.
Placed squarely on our occult philosophy shelf, this edition presents a theoretical examination of parapsychological phenomena. While the provided edition details are remarkably sparse, the title clearly signals an analytical approach rather than a manual of practical magic or personal memoir. It is not suited for readers seeking introductory tarot guides, spellcraft tutorials, or sensationalized ghost stories. The formal tone and focus on systemic models will appeal to pragmatic researchers of the unknown, though those wanting rich historical context or narrative depth may find the clinical approach somewhat dry.
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