""Trances"" is a novel by Hereward Carrington that explores the nature of altered states of consciousness and the power of the human mind. The story follows the protagonist, Dr. John Melton, a psychologist who becomes fascinated by the phenomenon of trances and their potential for healing and personal transformation. Melton's research leads him to encounter a variety of individuals who have experienced trances, including a hypnotist, a spiritualist, and a young woman who claims to have been possessed by an otherworldly entity. As Melton delves deeper into the world of trances, he begins to question his own beliefs and experiences, and must confront the possibility that there may be forces beyond his understanding at work. The novel is a gripping exploration of the mysteries of the mind and the limits of human knowledge, and is sure to captivate readers interested in psychology, spirituality, and the paranormal.THIS 20 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Your Psychic Powers and How to Develop Them, by Hereward Carrington. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1564599396.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.