The Quimby Manuscripts is a book written by Horatio W. Dresser that explores the teachings and philosophy of Phineas Parkhurst Quimby, a 19th-century philosopher and healer. The book is a collection of Quimby's writings and teachings, which were originally compiled by Dresser in the early 20th century. Quimby's teachings focus on the power of the mind and the ability of individuals to heal themselves through the use of positive thinking and visualization. He believed that illness and disease were caused by negative thoughts ...
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The Quimby Manuscripts is a book written by Horatio W. Dresser that explores the teachings and philosophy of Phineas Parkhurst Quimby, a 19th-century philosopher and healer. The book is a collection of Quimby's writings and teachings, which were originally compiled by Dresser in the early 20th century. Quimby's teachings focus on the power of the mind and the ability of individuals to heal themselves through the use of positive thinking and visualization. He believed that illness and disease were caused by negative thoughts and emotions, and that by changing one's mindset, one could overcome physical ailments and achieve greater happiness and success in life. The Quimby Manuscripts provides readers with insight into Quimby's unique perspective on spirituality and healing, as well as practical advice for applying his teachings to everyday life. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in alternative forms of healing and personal growth, as well as those interested in the history of philosophy and spirituality in America.1921. Many attempts had been made to gain access to the Quimby manuscripts, but never before had it been accomplished. Dr. P.P. Quimby wrote many documents relative to his views regarding mental and spiritual healing. Many critics of Mary Baker Eddy believe that her later teachings came from theories of Dr. Quimby, as she had been one of his patients. Contents: biographical sketch; history of the manuscripts; Quimby's restoration to health; mesmeric period; principles discovered; intermediate period; early writings; contemporary testimony; letters from and to patients; letters to patients and inquirers; Mrs. Eddy 1862-1875; questions and answers; Christ or science; world of the senses; disease and healing; God and man; religious questions; science, life, death.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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It is rather astonishing to read that "Because of this abandonment of his earlier work, his writings are often forgotten today." The truth is that he had an agenda and created faux histories to substantiate his agenda. Dresser's "earlier work" was not forgotten, but dismissed as fraudulent. In this case, Quimby did not found a religion and indeed was not religious. He used "mesmerism," which was in vogue during his day, to attempt to effect cures by the "laying on of hands" and human mind-control. Quimby was barely literate and many of the so-called "papers" where by others or later-written creations ("forgeries"). "Quimby" is a convenient, if thoroughly dis-proven, straw man used after his death to launch religious attacks on others. He was what he himself said he was, and that is not a religious healer nor founder of any religion. If a reader wants to read some unbiased, fact-based history about Quimby (or Dresser for that matter), litigation-happy Dresser would not be the one to go to. Go to scholars, among whom Robert Peal or Gillian Gill stand out for their honest evaluations of both Quimby and Dresser.
