Buchanan's Journal of Man, April 1887 : Volume 1, Number 3

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Buchanan, Joseph R. (Joseph Rodes), 1814-1899.

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Buchanan's Journal of Man, April 1887" by Joseph R. Buchanan is a scientific publication from the late 19th century. As a periodical, this journal explores various topics related to human sciences, philosophy, and spirituality, emphasizing ideas such as psychometry, human longevity, and social critiques concerning Native Americans. The journal reflects the intellectual pursuits and cultural debates of its time, particularly those concerning the intersection of science and mysticism. The April 1887 edition delves into several main topics, notably psychometry, which Buchanan argues is a profound science capable of understanding human nature beyond the physical realm. There is a significant discussion on the healing powers of a modern miracle worker, George Milner Stephen, who claims to possess extraordinary healing abilities through unconventional methods. Additionally, Buchanan touches on human longevity, presenting examples of centenarians while emphasizing the virtues that contribute to a long life. The journal also critiques societal injustices towards Native Americans, advocating for their rights and dignity. This edition combines personal accounts, scientific inquiry, and philosophical reflections, exhibiting the complex interplay of thought in the late 19th century. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Barbara Tozier, Bill Tozier and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net

Notes:

Reading ease score: 56.7 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Release date is 2008-06-24