This work investigates the possibility of communication between the living and the deceased through the lens of mediumship and spiritualist practice. The author, Jean Kelford, examines historical accounts and personal anecdotes to construct a framework for understanding how individuals might interpret messages from beyond the veil. The text serves as an exploration of the psychological and metaphysical components inherent in the belief systems of spiritualism.

The subject matter suggests a text aimed at readers interested in the history of spiritualism and the mechanics of mediumship. The framing indicates an accessible, albeit specialized, look at the practices and beliefs that defined the movement during its peak popularity.