William Walker Atkinson 
Practical Mind-Reading: A Course of Lessons on Thought Transference [EPUB ebook] 

Followers of the New Thought movement of a century ago vehemently believed in the concept of 'Mind Over Matter, ’ and one of the most influential thinkers of this early 'New Age’ philosophy here offers the latest (as of the turn of the 20th century) scientific investigations and proofs for the elusive marvel of mind reading, full instruction for tapping into the 'Nerve Currents’ that course through your brain and into the brains of others and complete directions for parlor demonstrations and sensational feats that will astound your friends.
Throughout there is an underscoring of practical application. Even if you are not interested in the practical aspects, mind reading and thought transference are still fascinating subjects to read about.