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American spirits : the famous Fox sisters and the mysterious fad that haunted a nation / Barb Rosenstock.

Summary:

"Rap. Rap. Rap. The eerie sound was first heard in March of 1848 at the home of the Fox family in Hydesville, New York. The family's two daughters, Kate and Maggie, soon discovered that they could communicate with the spirit that was making these uncanny noises. This strange incident, and the ones that followed, generated a media frenzy beyond anything the Fox sisters could have imagined"-- Provided by publisher.

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.

Record details

ISBN: 9781635928051
ISBN: 1635928052
Physical Description: 304 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 24 cm
Edition: First edition.
Publisher: New York : Calkins Creek, [2025]

Content descriptions

Bibliography, etc. Note:	Includes bibliographical references (pages 265-297) and index.
Target Audience Note:	Ages 12 and up Calkins Creek. Grades 10-12 Calkins Creek.