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""Cock Lane and Commonsense"" is a book written by Andrew Lang, a Scottish writer and folklorist. The book is a study of the famous Cock Lane ghost case, which took place in London in the 18th century. The case involved a ghostly presence that allegedly haunted the home of a family in Cock Lane, leading to a sensational trial and the involvement of prominent figures in the literary and scientific communities. Lang's book provides a detailed account of the events leading up to the trial, including the various testimonies and evidence presented. He also explores the cultural and historical context surrounding the case, including the rise of spiritualism and the role of superstition in society. Throughout the book, Lang argues for a rational, scientific approach to investigating paranormal phenomena, and he criticizes the credulity and sensationalism of the media and the public. He also offers insights into the psychology of belief and the power of suggestion. ""Cock Lane and Commonsense"" is considered a classic work of skepticism and critical thinking, and it remains a fascinating study of a notorious case of alleged hauntings and the cultural and intellectual milieu in which it took place.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.

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  • ISBN-13: 9781163109717
  • ISBN-10: 1163109711
  • Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
  • Publish Date: September 2010
  • Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.77 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1.1 pounds
  • Page Count: 374

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