Unlock the secrets of the spirit world with John Mulholland’s “Beware Familiar Spirits”! Discover the truth behind ghostly encounters and spiritualist tricks. A must-read by the master magician! (157 characters)
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Unveil the Secrets of the Supernatural with Beware Familiar Spirits by John Mulholland
Dive into the intriguing world of John Mulholland, a luminary in the realms of magic and mystery. Born in Chicago and later a prominent figure in New York City, Mulholland was not just a magician but a master storyteller who unveiled the enigmatic world of spiritualism. His journey from a passionate teenager learning magic under John William Sargent, the President of the Society of American Magicians, to becoming a celebrated magician and editor of The Sphinx, a leading magical trade magazine, is nothing short of inspirational.
In Beware Familiar Spirits, Mulholland applies his profound knowledge and investigative rigor to demystify the practices of spiritualist mediums. This 1938 classic not only exposes the tricks employed by these mediums but also explores the widespread belief in spirits. Mulholland, a close confidant of Harry Houdini, shared a mutual disdain for fraudulent spiritual practices, as highlighted in his recounting of Houdini’s classical magician's test: the skillful performance of the cups and balls.
- Detailed Insights: Explore the detailed account of ghostly beings and their supposed masters.
- Historical Context: Understand the historical background of Spiritism and its critique through the eyes of a seasoned expert.
- Educational Value: Benefit from Mulholland’s extensive research and investigations into the subject matter.
Whether you are a skeptic, a believer, or simply a curious mind, Beware Familiar Spirits offers a fascinating read into the unseen influences that many believe steer their lives. This book is a testament to Mulholland’s dedication to truth and his unparalleled expertise in the world of magic and spiritualism.
John Mulholland (9 June 1898 in Chicago, Illinois – 25 February 1970 in New York City) was an American magician, author, publisher and intelligence agent. Mulholland learned the art of magic as a teenager with John William Sargent, President of the Society of American Magicians. Mulholland was a professional magician for two decades, working in small companies and large stage shows. He ran one of the first magic workshops and was from 1930 the editor of the magical trade magazine The Sphinx.
He published many books on magic and its history. Mulholland was a close friend of Harry Houdini . Mulholland asserted that “Houdini once told me that he considered no man to be a magician until he was able skillfully to perform the cups and balls.”
Mulholland had criticized the claims of parapsychology and exposed the tricks of fraudulent spiritualist mediums. This book Beware Familiar Spirits (1938) revealed many of these tricks. Millions believe in spirits. This amazing and factual account of ghostly beings, their work, and their masters, tells why. It is the product of long study and careful investigation by the author, a close student of Spiritism for many years.
