Spirit Slate Writing and Kindred Phenomena

"Spirit Slate Writing and Kindred Phenomena" by William E. Robinson is a late 19th-century exposé revealing the secrets behind spiritualist séances. The book examines the methods mediums used to trick people, primarily focusing on spirit slate writing, which was presented as proof of supernatural powers. With a background in magic, the author sets out to uncover the deceptive techniques employed by these mediums to fool their audiences, beginning with his own explanations of growing up around spiritualism. While claiming to respect those who genuinely believe in spiritualism, the book promises to reveal the psychological and mechanical tricks used to create the illusion of communicating with the dead, promising a look into the crafty slates and clever writing methods used to fake contact with spirits.