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Hector Durville

1849 – 1923

French writer

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Lived 1849 – 1923 (aged 74). Hector Durville was a French writer and occultist.

Hector Durville (April 8, 1849–July 1, 1923) was a French occultist and magnetizer. He is the father of Henri Durville.

Durville directed the Journal of Magnetism, which had been founded by Baron du Potet. He founded a number of occult institutions including: The University of High Studies, Paris. It consisted of the faculties of Hermetic Sciences, Magnetic Sciences and Spirit Sciences. The Practical School of Magnetism, Mozart Avenue, Paris. The Eudiaque Order, an initiate spiritual society, where the main objective consisted in magnifying the human person. Followers investigated animal magnetism and the effects of hypnosis.

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The Mysteries of Eleusis Magnétisme Personnel ou Psyquique, 1890 (Digital copy) Les Actions Psychiques à Distance Pour devenir Magnétiseur, 1890.

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Who was Hector Durville?

French writer (1849-1923)

When was Hector Durville born?

Hector Durville was born on 8 April 1849 in Mousseaux-sur-Seine.

When did Hector Durville die?

Hector Durville died on 1 July 1923.

What was Hector Durville's occupation?

Hector Durville was a writer and occultist.

What nationality was Hector Durville?

Hector Durville was French.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Hector Durville

· Wikidata: Q3129240

· DBpedia: Hector Durville

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