Antique 1912 Spirit Mediumship: Its Various Phases, How Developed and Safely Practiced by Rev. E. W. Sprague.
Revised and Enlarged – Third Edition.
Published by Rev. E. W. Sprague, Detroit, Michigan. Copyright 1912.
An unusual early 20th-century work on Spiritualism, psychic phenomena and the development of mediumship. The title page describes it as:
“A Compendium of Psychic Science, for Seances, Circles and Individual Use. The Medium’s Companion and Guide.”
Sprague identifies himself as a former missionary of the National Spiritualist Association of the United States and a longtime public medium.
Original brown cloth hardcover with gilt lettering. Includes a photographic portrait of Rev. E. W. Sprague.
Condition: Antique used condition with substantial age and handling wear. Covers show rubbing, discoloration, edge/corner wear and loss along the spine. Gilt lettering remains visible. Interior pages have age toning and scattered marks. Previous-owner names, addresses and other handwriting are present in the front. Interior binding/hinges show wear and separation consistent with age. No dust jacket.
Please examine all photographs carefully for exact condition. Sold as an antique collectible copy.
Item Specifics
* Title: Spirit Mediumship * Author: Rev. E. W. Sprague * Publication Year: 1912 * Edition: Third Edition – Revised and Enlarged * Publisher: Rev. E. W. Sprague * Place: Detroit, Michigan * Binding: Hardcover * Language: English * Subject: Spiritualism / Mediumship / Psychic Science * Topics: Seances, Spirit Communication, Mediums, Psychic Phenomena * Vintage: Yes * Antiquarian: Yes