Mystic London; or, Phases of occult life in the metropolis
By Charles Maurice Davies
Length9h 39m
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In "Mystic London; or, Phases of Occult Life in the Metropolis," Charles Maurice Davies delves into the shadowy realms of the occult that permeate Victorian London. Through a blend of anecdotal narratives and journalistic examination, Davies explores the practices of spiritualism, the burgeoning interest in mysticism, and the societal implications of these esoteric movements. His prose reflects the intellectual currents of the period, notably the intersection of science and superstition, making this work not only an exploration of the supernatural but also a commentary on the anxieties and fascinations of a rapidly modernizing society. Davies, a noted clergyman and writer, was deeply influenced by the spiritual dilemmas of his time, grappling with the sociocultural shifts that accompanied industrialization and urbanization. His experiences in London, combined with his insights into spiritualism, propelled him to examine the unseen forces that captivated a populace hungry for meaning amid uncertainty. Davies's background in theology undoubtedly informed his critical yet open-minded approach to the occult, embodying the tensions faced by many educated Victorians. This book is a must-read for anyone intrigued by the intersection of the mystical and the metropolitan. Davies's insightful observations and eloquent prose illuminate the diverse beliefs that shaped a generation. "Mystic London" not only engages the reader's curiosity but also prompts deeper reflection on the human longing for connection to the unknown.
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GenreSpirituality and Religion
Length9 hrs 39 mins
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FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateSep 16, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
27FOOTNOTES:
2INTRODUCTION.
28PECULIAR PEOPLE.
3MYSTIC LONDON.
29INTERVIEWING AN ASTROLOGER.
4LONDON ARABS.
30A BARMAID SHOW.
5EAST LONDON ARABS.
31A PRIVATE EXECUTION.
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6LONDON ARABS IN CANADA.
32BREAKING UP FOR THE HOLIDAYS.
7WAIFS AND STRAYS.
33PSYCHOLOGICAL LADIES.
8A LUNATIC BALL.
34SECULARISM ON BUNYAN.
9A BABY SHOW.
35AL FRESCO INFIDELITY.
10A NIGHT IN A BAKEHOUSE.
36AN "INDESCRIBABLE PHENOMENON."
11A LONDON SLAVE MARKET.
37A LADY MESMERIST.
12TEA AND EXPERIENCE.
38A PSYCHOPATHIC INSTITUTION.
13SUNDAY LINNET-SINGING.
39A PHRENOLOGICAL EVENING.
14A WOMAN'S RIGHTS DEBATE.
40A SPIRITUAL PICNIC.
15AN OPEN-AIR TICHBORNE MEETING.
41A GHOSTLY CONFERENCE.
16SUNDAY IN A PEOPLE'S GARDEN.
42AN EVENING'S DIABLERIE.
17UTILIZING THE YOUNG LADIES.
43SPIRITUAL ATHLETES.
18FAIRLOP FRIDAY.
44"SPOTTING" SPIRIT MEDIUMS.
19A CHRISTMAS DIP.
45A SÉANCE FOR SCEPTICS.
20BOXING-DAY ON THE STREETS.
46AN EVENING WITH THE HIGHER SPIRITS.
21THE VIGIL OF THE DERBY.
47SPIRIT FORMS.
22THE WIFESLAYER'S "HOME."
48SITTING WITH A SIBYL.
23BATHING IN THE FAR EAST.
49SPIRITUALISTS AND CONJURERS.
24AMONG THE QUAKERS.
50THE END.
25PENNY READINGS.
51FOOTNOTES:
26DARWINISM ON THE DEVIL.
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