Starving On A Bed Of Gold: Or The World's Longest Fast (1909)

Starving On A Bed Of Gold: Or The World�������s Longest Fast is a book written by James Augustus Hall and published in 1909. The book is a true story about a man named Succi who claims to have gone without food or water for over a year. Succi, an Indian fakir, was put to the test in front of a group of scientists and doctors who monitored him closely for the duration of his fast. The book provides a detailed account of Succi's experience, including his physical and mental state throughout the fast, as well as the reactions of those who witnessed it. The author also delves into the cultural and religious significance of fasting in India and explores the possibility of supernatural powers being at play. Overall, Starving On A Bed Of Gold is a fascinating and thought-provoking read that sheds light on the human body's incredible ability to endure extreme conditions.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.