Our Second American Adventure - Autobiographical Writings

Arthur Conan Doyle

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In Our Second American Adventure, Arthur Conan Doyle returns to the United States and Canada with renewed purpose and deeper conviction, continuing his mission to spread the word of spiritualism across a rapidly changing world. This compelling follow-up to his earlier travel memoir recounts his second North American tour in 1923, where the literary legend again took to the stage—not to read fiction, but to deliver impassioned talks about life beyond death. With an observant eye and unshakable belief, Doyle details his interactions with American audiences, the challenges he faced from skeptics, and the deeply personal motivations that drove his campaign for spiritual truth. Brimming with cultural insight, intellectual passion, and moments of warmth and humor, this autobiographical work captures the essence of a man who dared to use his fame not just for entertainment, but for what he believed was a global spiritual awakening.

Disponível desde: 01/08/2025.

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