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MSS 311
Collection of Esoteric and Metaphysical Literature

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Contact Information:

Special Collections
Michigan State University Libraries
100 Main Library
East Lansing, MI 48824
517.884.6471
E-mail:spc@mail.lib.msu.edu
URL: http://specialcollections.lib.msu.edu

Date Received:

Circa 1976

Date Processed:

July 2008

Acquisitions Information:

Donated by Dr. Bruce P. Tracy, circa 1976

Preferred citation:

Researchers wishing to cite this collection should include the following information:
Identification of item: MSS 311, Collection of Esoteric and Metaphysical Literature, Special Collections Division – Michigan State University Libraries

Copyright Notice:

Copyright is retained by the authors of the items in these papers, or their descendants, as stipulated by United States copyright law.

Usage Restrictions:

The Collection of Esoteric and Metaphysical Literature will be open and available for use within the Special Collections reading room.

Photoduplication Restrictions:

Materials in the Collection of Esoteric and Metaphysical Literature may be copied when the condition of the material and copyright restrictions permit.

Collection Summary:

The Collection of Esoteric and Metaphysical Literature contains 280 pieces. This collection consists of pamphlets, brochures, flyers, newsletters, book catalogues, and other documents, covering such subjects as parapsychology, oriental and alternative medicines, meditation, spiritual healing, UFOlogy, the philosophies of various religious traditions, and various other esoteric and metaphysical topics.

Historical Background:

Dr. Bruce P. Tracy, a professor at The Small College at California State College began in the 1970s to collect various materials pertaining to esoteric and metaphysical studies following his doctoral work on the inner consciousness at Michigan State University. This collection consists of many different subjects within the esoteric and metaphysical sphere. Some of these topics include pseudo-sciences such as astrology and parapsychology, alternative medicines like acupuncture, and material from various fringe religions, primarily in the California area.

Processing Note:

The Collection of Esoteric and Metaphysical Literature was processed by Julia Frankosky – July 2008.

Arrangement:

The Collection of Esoteric and Metaphysical Literature is arranged alphabetically by subject:

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