Historical Bibliography Updated: June 17, 2026
De spectris…
Publication Details
Geneva: Anchora Crispiniana, 1570 CE.
This work on ghosts is one of the earliest works on psychic experiences illusions, hallucinations, and delusions. The English translation, London 1572, probably gave Shakespeare some pointers on the behavior of the ghost in Hamlet.
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Thematic Classifications
| Catalog Metadata | Reference Information |
|---|---|
| Entry Number | #4916.2 |
| Permanent Link | https://hom-sveltekit.fly.dev/entry/6066 |
| Author Bio Link | Wikipedia ↗ |
| External URL | de-spectris |
Geographic Context
Publication place: Geneva
Mentioned in annotation: London