Telepathy: The Theory, the Facts & the Proof

William Walker Atkinson

May 2022 · DigiCat

About this ebook

Telepathy: Its Theory, Facts, and Proof is a book by William Walker Atkinson, American pioneer of the New Thought movement. Atkinson presents a thorough and well-documented study on the subject of telepathy, taking it out of the realm of unreal as he digs deep into the scientific facts, explaining the theory and providing proofs for this phenomenon.

About the author

William Walker Atkinson (1862–1932) was a prolific writer, attorney, merchant, and publisher, whose life's work embraced various facets of the human experience. Atkinson is best known for his contributions to the New Thought movement, a philosophical approach that emerged in the late 19th and early 20th centuries emphasizing the power of the mind in shaping reality. Earning his degree in the legal field, Atkinson practiced law until an intense personal crises led him toward the principles of mental and spiritual development that would come to define his literary legacy. He became an ardent advocate of the power of thought, and under multiple pseudonyms, including Yogi Ramacharaka and Theron Q. Dumont, he authored an extensive number of books that delve into the realms of the esoteric, ranging from thought vibration, willpower, and practical mental influence to the focused text 'Telepathy', exploring the mysteries and intricacies of mind-to-mind communication. Atkinson's literary style is characterized by its didactic tone and its accessible approach to topics that intersect between the scientific and the mystical. His influence continues to resonate within the circles of metaphysical and self-help literature, making him an enduring figure among early 20th century thought leaders.