Publisher's Synopsis
The book ""The First Ten Years Of The Parapsychology Laboratory, Department Of Psychology, Duke University"" by Joseph B. Rhine is a comprehensive account of the establishment and early years of the Parapsychology Laboratory at Duke University. The book provides an in-depth look at the research conducted by Rhine and his colleagues in the field of parapsychology, including experiments on telepathy, clairvoyance, and psychokinesis.The book begins with an introduction to the field of parapsychology and the early history of the laboratory, including its founding in 1930 and the establishment of the Rhine Research Center in 1965. The author then goes on to detail the various experiments conducted at the laboratory, including the famous Zener card experiments, which tested subjects' ability to accurately guess the symbols on a set of cards.Throughout the book, Rhine provides a wealth of data and statistical analysis to support his findings, and he also discusses the various criticisms and controversies that surrounded the laboratory's work. Additionally, he provides insights into the personalities and motivations of the researchers involved in the laboratory, as well as the broader cultural and scientific context in which their work took place.Overall, ""The First Ten Years Of The Parapsychology Laboratory, Department Of Psychology, Duke University"" is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the history of parapsychology or the scientific study of paranormal phenomena. The book provides a detailed and nuanced look at the early years of one of the most important and influential research institutions in the field, and it sheds light on the challenges and controversies that have faced parapsychology from its inception to the present day.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.