by Joseph R. Buchanan
About this book
Buchanan's Journal of Man, January 1888 Volume 1, Number 12 by Joseph R. Buchanan delivers a vivid snapshot of late-19th-century thought, blending psychology, occult inquiry, and short nonfiction essays that challenge and illuminate the era’s intellectual currents.
This volume gathers essays on "The Pursuit of Truth," definitions of occultism, psychic phenomena, The Ancient Iberians, "The Star Dust of the Universe," and a range of miscellaneous pieces—from early photography and the comparative speed of light and electricity to methods for studying the brain, medical orthodoxy, and social commentary. Buchanan’s prose reflects the tension between Victorian skepticism and the dawning scientific approaches that would shape twentieth-century psychology and psychic theory. Readers encounter thoughtful reflections on loyalty to truth, emergent neuroscience, and cultural debates—offering historical context for the interplay of science, spirituality, and popular discourse in 1888.
Ideal for listeners who enjoy psychology, intellectual history, and essay-length nonfiction, this audiobook will appeal to students, historians, and curious minds seeking a compact, thought-provoking window into Victorian-era debates on mind, matter, and method.
