New thought its lights and shadows – an appreciation and a criticism

John Benjamin Anderson offers a balanced assessment of New Thought, recognizing its attractions while also examining its weaknesses and excesses. The book is historically valuable because it shows that the movement was not only promoted but also critically evaluated, and readers will find both sympathetic summary and reasoned critique.

John Benjamin Anderson is not clearly identifiable in standard sources on esoteric, mystical, or religious literature, and I cannot confidently attribute specific works or affiliations to him. He may have been connected with such circles, but the available information is too uncertain for a more detailed biography.