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The supernatural A-Z : the truth and the lies

by James Randi

An alphabetical reference work covering more than 650 subjects relating to the supernatural and the occult. Topics explored include UFOs, prophetic accuracy, cryptozoology, and faith healing.

Accession 20477 ISBN 1860197949 Publisher Brockhampton Press
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