American spirits

the famous Fox sisters and the mysterious fad that haunted a nation

American spirits

the famous Fox sisters and the mysterious fad that haunted a nation
Barb Rosenstock
Book - 2025

In March 1848, strange "rap" sounds were heard at the Fox family's home in Hydesville, New York. The family's daughters, Kate and Maggie, discovered they could communicate with the spirit responsible, who claimed to be a murdered traveling peddler. This event sparked a media frenzy, and the sisters, guided by their older sister Leah, became famous spirit mediums, holding public exhibitions and advising celebrities. However, questions about their legitimacy arose, especially as the demand for spiritual communication grew during the Civil War, while media campaigns against the sisters also gained momentum.

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Главный автор: Rosenstock, Barb (Автор)
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Язык:English
Опубликовано: New York : Calkins Creek, [2025]
Редактирование:First edition.
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