"Raymond; or, Life and Death" by Sir Oliver Lodge is a captivating and thought-provoking exploration of the boundaries of existence, taking readers on a profound spiritual journey that delves into life, death, and the realms beyond. The book is rooted in the World War One death of the great physicist's son, and how the dead young man apparently gets back in touch with his living family. A true-life event, "Raymond" is a gripping masterpiece.