Harry Price

Psychologist and author of paranormal studies

Harry Price - Psychologist and author of paranormal studies
Born

January 17th, 1881
144 years ago

Died

March 29th, 1948
77 years ago — 67 years old

Category

Thinkers & Philosophers

Country

United Kingdom

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An English psychologist and author, contributed to the field of psychology with a focus on the paranormal. Prices' work involved investigating spiritualism and other phenomena, and he authored several books that scrutinized claims of paranormal activity. One of his notable works includes 'Poltergeist Over England', which explores reports of poltergeist activity across the English countryside. Price also established the National Laboratory of Psychical Research in London, where he conducted experiments and research in the realms of psychical phenomena.

Authored 'Poltergeist Over England'

Founded the National Laboratory of Psychical Research

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