Camille Flammarion

Camille Flammarion (1842-1925) was a French astronomer and psychical researcher, notable for his writings on mediumship and psychic phenomena, including case collections. He also distinguished himself as a novelist and popular science writer.Flammarion popularised psychical research, and psychic phenomena in general, in his overview book "Mysterious Psychic Forces" (1907). Besides his own investigations he described those carried out by Agenor de Gasparin, Marc Thury, the Dialectical Society of London, and William Crookes, lamenting that psychic phenomena have been almost as little studied as in the time of Ptolemy, and have not yet found their Kepler, and their Newton, yet fairly obtrude themselves upon our notice, and cry out to be examined. He also addressed speculative theories and the topics of fraud and deception. He added that he believed in survival of bodily death, but did not think this was the explanation for all seance phenomena.

In "Wonderful Balloon Ascents," Camille Flammarion presents a fascinating exploration of early aeronautics interwoven with the exhilarating spirit of Victorian adventure. The book combines scientific observation with poetic prose, capturing the ethereal beauty of balloon journeys while examining the burgeoning interest in flight during the 19th century. Flammarions vivid descriptions and meticulous detail not only highlight the technological achievements of the time but also probe into the philosophical implications of soaring through the skies, touching on themes of freedom, curiosity, and the human yearning for transcendence. Through a blend of narrative and scientific inquiry, he invites readers to reflect on the interplay between humanity and the natural world, a theme that resonates deeply within the literary context of his era. Camille Flammarion, a renowned French astronomer and author, was profoundly influenced by his scientific background and fascination with the cosmos. His extensive studies in astronomy and the natural sciences fueled his enthusiasm for ballooning, which was seen as a gateway to understanding the universe. This passion is evident in "Wonderful Balloon Ascents," as Flammarion seeks to bridge scientific rigor with imaginative exploration, ultimately embodying the spirit of inquiry characteristic of his time. This book is a must-read for anyone intrigued by the history of aviation and the poetic elements of exploration. Flammarions work serves as both a celebration of human ingenuity and a philosophical discourse on our quest to conquer the skies. Readers will find themselves inspired not only by the progress of science but also by the profound questions it raises about our place in the universe.

La pluralita dei mondi abitati o semplicemente pluralita dei mondi e lidea che al di fuori della Terra possano esistere numerosi altri mondi - come altri pianeti o altri universi - che ospitano la vita e in particolare esseri intelligenti. Il dibattito filosofico sulla pluralita dei mondi alimenta una speculazione che data almeno dai tempi di Talete (circa 600 a.C) e che e continuata nel tempo, in forme molteplici, largamente influenzata dalle idee scientifiche di ciascun epoca, fino allepoca moderna e contemporanea.Lastronomo francese Camille Flammarion fu uno dei principali sostenitori della pluralita durante la seconda meta del XIX secolo. Il suo primo libro, La pluralita dei mondi abitati (1862), fu un grande successo popolare, con 33 edizioni nei ventanni successivi alla sua prima pubblicazione. Flammarion fu tra i primi a proporre lidea che gli esseri extraterrestri fossero davvero alieni, e non semplicemente variazioni delle creature terrestri.

Lauteur dresse la liste des fins possibles de notre planète et du système qui labrite. Il en profite aussi pour nous rappeler comment lhumanité a pu craindre depuis toujours ce que serait sa propre f

La pluralita dei mondi abitati o semplicemente pluralita dei mondi e lidea che al di fuori della Terra possano esistere numerosi altri mondi - come altri pianeti o altri universi - che ospitano la vita e in particolare esseri intelligenti. Il dibattito filosofico sulla pluralita dei mondi alimenta una speculazione che data almeno dai tempi di Talete (circa 600 a.C) e che e continuata nel tempo, in forme molteplici, largamente influenzata dalle idee scientifiche di ciascun epoca, fino allepoca moderna e contemporanea.Lastronomo francese Camille Flammarion fu uno dei principali sostenitori della pluralita durante la seconda meta del XIX secolo. Il suo primo libro, La pluralita dei mondi abitati (1862), fu un grande successo popolare, con 33 edizioni nei ventanni successivi alla sua prima pubblicazione. Flammarion fu tra i primi a proporre lidea che gli esseri extraterrestri fossero davvero alieni, e non semplicemente variazioni delle creature terrestri.

In "Wonderful Balloon Ascents," Camille Flammarion ventures into the realms of physical science and human curiosity, exploring the thrilling phenomenon of ballooning during the late 19th century. Through meticulous observation and vivid descriptions, Flammarion captures the breathtaking visuals and profound existential reflections that accompany ascents into the skies. His narrative interweaves personal accounts, historical context, and scientific insight, showcasing the eras fascination with aviation and humanitys desire to conquer the heavens. Flammarions eloquent prose and skillful use of metaphor elevate the book into a philosophical exploration of freedom and transcendence, situated within the broader movement of scientific inquiry of the time. Camille Flammarion, a prominent French astronomer and writer, was deeply influenced by the scientific revolutions of his time, which ignited his passion for the cosmos and exploration. His experiences in balloon ascents reflect both a personal quest for knowledge and an era marked by rapid advancements in technology and human thought. Flammarions extensive background in astronomy, coupled with his fascination for the unknown, ultimately shaped the direction of this captivating work. "Wonderful Balloon Ascents" is an essential read for anyone interested in the intersection of science, adventure, and philosophy. Flammarions writings invigorate the spirit of exploration and challenge readers to contemplate their place in the universe. Both a testament to human ingenuity and a thrilling narrative of flight, this book invites readers to reflect on the beauty of discovery.

Lattenzione che Flammarion ha dedicato per decenni a quellordine di fenomeni che oggi definiremmo paranormali vede in questo testo concretizzare il tentativo di esaminare alcune tipologie di questi fenomeni con metodo scientifico.Lo scopo dellautore e? di ottenere per questi fenomeni nella fattispecie: manifestazioni telepatiche di persone in punto di morte; sogni premonitori; trasmissione del pensiero; vista da lontano di fatti attuali; il riconoscimento della dignita? spettante ai fatti osservati. Non si avventura invece nella ricerca delle possibili cause e, insieme a Laplace, sottolinea che non sarebbe filosofico negare i fenomeni solo perche? essi sono inesplicabili allo stato attuale delle nostre conoscenze. Allo scopo di raccogliere fatti e testimonianze, lautore pubblica nel 1899 un appello su Les annales politiques et litte?raires teso a ottenere testimonianze tra gli abbonati a proposito di fatti misteriosi dapparizioni, di manifestazioni di moribondi o di morti, di presentimenti nettamente definiti.Ne risultano centinaia di testimonianze, tra le quali Flammarion sceglie una vasta documentazione vagliata e verificata. Linteresse di una parte del mondo della scienza in quegli anni per i fenomeni di spiritismo, telepatia, e in genere per acquisizioni di conoscenza non attribuibile ai cinque sensi riconosciuti, trova in Flammarion un interprete certamente non secondario che ha offerto, nel tempo, nuove prospettive di ricerca.

Paru en 1893, "La fin du monde" est un roman danticipation écrit par lastronome et écrivain français Camille Flammarion. "La fin du monde" raconte l’histoire de la rencontre entre la terre et une com

Translator: Frances A. Welby

IT WAS at Venice. The lofty windows of the ancient Ducal Palace of the Speranzi opened upon the Grand Canal. The orb of night was mirrored in the waters by a furrow of silver spangles, and the immensity of the sky stretched over the towers and cupolas.When the musicians borne by the gondolas had turned the corner of the canal to glide towards the Bridge of Sighs, their last choruses vanished in the night, and Venice seemed to go to sleep in that profound silence known to no hive of humanity but the Queen of the Adriatic. This Venetian silence was untroubled save by the cadenced beats of the old clock, and perhaps I should not have appreciated the whole depth of the universal muteness but for the regular oscillation of that apparatus designed for measuring time. The continuous tick-tock marked out the silence, and, curiously enough, seemed to intensify it.

Dernière édition parue pour le centenaire des Editions Flammarion en 1976.Le Fac-similé de l'édition originale de 1879 accompagné d'une postface de J.-C. Pecker, président de la Société Astronomique de France, directeur de l'Institut d'Astrophysique, présente cette édition en ces termes : « A côté de publications modernes exposant les résultats de la science d'aujourd'hui (et dont la validité sera toujours plus éphémère, les connaissances progressant à une vitesse fantastique, toujours plus grande), il était nécessaire, à nos yeux, de publier en fac-similé la première édition de l'Astronomie populaire de Camille Flammarion, celle de 1879, celle qui, pour des générations, faisait le point sur la science du ciel : on y rencontrera un enthousiasme admirable pour le ciel, et aussi cette sorte de joyeux dévouement à la diffusion des idées, dont nous pouvons regretter qu'il soit plus aussi efficace aujourd'hui qu'alors. Pour tous, cette joie d'enseigner, cette volupté de connaître devraient nous rester un modèle permanent... »

Autour dune histoire de probable fin du monde (cette comete-ci sera telle enfin la bonne?) lauteur dresse la liste des fins possibles de notre planete et du systeme qui labrite. Il en profite aussi pour nous rappeler comment lhumanite a pu craindre depuis toujours ce que serait sa propre fin...Cet ouvrage est a la frontiere du roman, de lessai philosophique, et du documentaire scientifico-historique.

Hemos reunido los tres relatos de Camille Flammarion junto con las magnificas ilustraciones originales de las ediciones francesas hechas por el maestro Lucien Rudaux.Los relatos son:LumenNarr aciones del infinitoHistoria de un cometaEsta famosa novela, escrita en forma de dialogo filosofico, presenta un espiritu cosmico llamado Lumen que revela las maravillas cientificas del universo celestial a Quarens, un joven buscador de conocimiento. Dentro de sus paginas, el autor mezcla observaciones empiricas sobre la naturaleza y la velocidad de la luz con vividas especulaciones sobre temas tan diversos como la reencarnacion, el viaje en el tiempo, la reversibilidad de la historia y las ecosferas de planetas alienigenas. Lumen es una de las primeras novelas de ciencia ficcion que incluye descripciones detalladas de formas de vida extraterrestres y la primera en imaginar (30 años antes de la teoria de la relatividad de Einstein) las diferencias de percepcion que podrian resultar de viajar

In Astronomical Myths, the cosmic and the narrative converge to explore the rich tapestry of storytelling that spans our galaxy. This anthology serves as a celestial map of lore, featuring a diverse array of mythologies that speak to humanitys timeless fascination with the stars. Through an eclectic mix of prose, poetry, and scholarly essays, the collection examines astronomical phenomena and their mythic representations across cultures and ages, revealing an interstellar dialogue that reaches beyond the confines of time and space. Engaging with these narratives encourages readers to reflect on the broader human experience and our unending quest to interpret the heavens. The anthology is shaped by both Camille Flammarion and J. F. Blake, whose erudition and passion for the stellar cosmos illuminate this scholarly effort. Drawing from historical and contemporary voices, the anthology unites classical and modern interpretations, thereby enriching the literary cosmos with insights derived from diverse cultural backgrounds. As part of broader movements interested in the confluence of science and myth, these works challenge and enhance our understanding of the universe, inviting readers to ponder the links between observation and imagination. This collection is an essential compendium for anyone eager to explore mythological narratives through an astronomical lens. Astronomical Myths offers a unique educational voyage, prompting readers to embrace a wide array of cultural insights and storytelling styles. It presents an invaluable opportunity to dialogue with multiplicitous perspectives, enriching our appreciation of the cosmic myths that have shaped human thought throughout the ages.

Welcome to the Essential Novelists book series, were we present to you the best works of remarkable authors.For this book, the literary critic August Nemo has chosen the two most important and meaningful novels of Sara Jeannette Duncan wich are The Imperialist and An American Girl in London.Duncan tended to identify as an Anglo-Indian, a somewhat marginalised group within the British Empire. Nine of her novels are set in India and most of her works are in the setting of Anglo-Indian society, of which she said "there is such abundance of material ... it is full of such picturesque incidence, such tragic chance"Novels selected for this book:- The Imperialist- An American Girl in LondonThis is one of many books in the series Essential Novelists. If you liked this book, look for the other titles in the series, we are sure you will like some of the authors.

Astronomical Myths is a fascinating compendium that explores the celestial narratives deeply woven into human culture across the ages. With its rich tapestry of stories, this anthology captures a diverse range of literary styles, from historical recountings to mythological reinterpretations. The collection traverses time and space, dissecting how different cultures have perceived and mythologized the cosmos. Each piece in the anthology provides a unique lens through which the stars are examined, engaging readers with thoughtful reflections on humanitys eternal fascination with the sky. The anthology draws from the profound insights of renowned authors Camille Flammarion and J. F. Blake, who together bring a wealth of knowledge and a shared passion for astronomy and mythology. Their extensive research and expertise provide the backdrop for this rich collection, aligning with both the historical arc of scientific discovery and the flourishing of mythological interpretation. This anthology also resonates with significant literary movements that valued the intersection of scientific understanding and cultural storytelling, offering a panoramic view of mankinds enduring engagement with the universe. A must-read for academics and enthusiasts alike, Astronomical Myths offers an unparalleled opportunity to embark on a cosmic journey through the eyes of masters of both science and mythology. This anthology invites readers to immerse themselves in a universe of stories that not only educate but challenge conventional perceptions of the cosmos. By presenting a multiplicity of narratives and styles, the collection fosters a thoughtful dialogue that bridges the gap between past and present, myth and reality. Dive into this meticulously curated anthology and explore how humanity has shaped and been shaped by the stars.In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:- Handpicked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.- Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.