Soviet Bibliography on Parapsychology 1972

Summary

This document is a 1972 Soviet bibliography focused on parapsychology, or psychoenergetics, covering experimental and theoretical research on phenomena such as telepathy, extrasensory perception, and mental energy. Compiled by E. K. Naumov and other authors, it includes over 70 entries of books, articles, and studies published between 1920 and 1968, from both specialized journals and general scientific publications. The text is interdisciplinary, combining psychology, biology, and physics to explore how living organisms might interact without conventional sensory organs.

In addition to articles on telepathy and mental suggestion, the bibliography includes topics such as the electromagnetic fields of the brain, the influence of sunlight (helio-biology), and meditation and self-training techniques. The compilers also express gratitude to international collaborators and encourage readers to submit comments or suggestions. This material reflects the Soviet scientific interest in the boundaries between science and the paranormal, offering a historical perspective on how these topics were approached in the Soviet Union during the mid-20th century.