Knock, Knock: The Fox Sister and Modern American Spiritualism with Linda-Schuyler Ford

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In 1848, a series of mysterious "raps" in a small New York farmhouse sparked a global phenomenon. This presentation explores the captivating story of Maggie and Kate Fox, the young sisters who claimed to communicate with the spirits of the dead. We will delve into the Victorian obsession with the afterlife, the evolution of the séance, and how a childhood prank transformed into a religious movement that challenged the social and legal boundaries of the 19th century. Linda-Schuyler Ford is a dynamic Story Artist and Performing Storyteller who expertly weaves magic from deep-rooted narratives.

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