The Wanderings of a Spiritualist : On the Warpath in Australia, 1920-1921

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In 'The Wanderings of a Spiritualist: On the Warpath in Australia, 1920-1921,' Arthur Conan Doyle departs from his famed fictional detective work to explore the visceral reality of his spiritual journey. The narrative reveals a deeply personal account of his Australian travels, richly imbued with his ruminations on Spiritualism. Doyle's prose is as engaging and lucid as ever, yet it trades the cloak and dagger for earnest exploration and advocacy of the spiritualist movement. This work is not merely autobiographical; it reflects the zeitgeist of early 20th-century intrigue into the occult and afterlife, set against the backdrop of a post-war world in search of greater understanding and solace.

Arthur Conan Doyle, acclaimed for creating the inimitable Sherlock Holmes, reveals a contrasting aspect of his life in this compelling diary-style tome. Driven by personal convictions and the loss of loved ones, including his son Kingsley in World War I, Doyle became an ardent supporter of Spiritualism. His explorations and dialogs concerning this belief system are punctuated by the losses that led him toward seeking communion with the spirit world—a reflection of a broader societal yearning for connection beyond the veil.

'The Wanderings of a Spiritualist' is recommended for not only Conan Doyle enthusiasts but also those interested in the interplay between cultural history and personal conviction. Its intersection with autobiography, travel literature, and spiritual exploration provides a multifaceted read that offers insight into Doyle's less-known but deeply impassioned spiritual pursuits, as well as a snapshot of the period's spiritualist phenomena. Readers will find it enlightening—challenging perhaps—but certainly a valuable addition to the portrait of a man far more complex than his fictional detective might suggest.


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Sir Arthur Conan Doyle (1859-1930) was a British writer, best known for his creation of the iconic detective Sherlock Holmes. A prolific author, Conan Doyle penned a wide array of works spanning across genres including mysteries, historical novels, romances, poetry, and non-fiction. His profound interest in spiritualism, a belief system that postulated communication with the dead, was reflected in his lesser-known works such as 'The Wanderings of a Spiritualist: On the Warpath in Australia, 1920-1921,' wherein he documented his experiences and lectures during his travels in Australia advocating for spiritualist beliefs. Conan Doyle's literary style is marked by a meticulous attention to detail, an intricate weaving of plot, and vivid characterizations. He not only created a household name with Sherlock Holmes but also explored various facets of early 20th-century life and thought. His journey into spiritualism showed a personal and ideological side of the author, allowing readers to see beyond the detective fiction that made him a fixture of literary history. Even after his death, Conan Doyle's work continues to captivate readers, reflecting the timeless nature of his storytelling and his enduring impact on literature and popular culture.

Produkt Details

Verlag: DigiCat

Genre: Sprache - Englisch

Sprache: English

Umfang: 211 Seiten

Größe: 1,8 MB

ISBN: 8596547321064

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