Kardec, Allan
The Spirits Book
- ISBN 13:
- 9781907661310
- author:
- Kardec, Allan
- format:
- Hardcover
- publisher:
- White Crow Books
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2010
- Pages:
- 548
- Dimensions:
- 21.59 x 13.97 x 3.51 centimeters
- Genre:
- Health & Wellbeing, Mind, Body & Spirit, Spiritualism,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
The Spirits Book by Allan Kardec is considered one of the most important works in the Spiritist canon. First published in 1857, it lays out the core teachings of the Spiritist movement, which was founded by Kardec. This foundational text explores key topics such as life after death, good and evil, the universe, and the origin of spirits. Kardec's work is based on his investigations into the afterlife and his communications with a group of spirits known as 'The Spirit of Truth'. Over several sessions, he gathered information from these spirits, which included notable thinkers like Thomas of Aquino, Voltaire, and Augustine of Hippo. The insights gained from these conversations formed the basis of Kardec's teachings. This book is a collection of answers to questions posed by Kardec to 'The Spirit of Truth', offering a unique perspective on spirituality and the nature of existence.