Author: James Pylant
Publisher: Jacobus Books
ISBN: 0984185771
Category : True Crime
Languages : en
Pages : 284
Book Description
It began in the 1800s. In the Texas town of Mineral Wells, people drinking the strange-tasting water claimed to be cured of insanity, rheumatism, and terminal illness. Discovery of the phenomenon beguiled thousands of tourists, curiosity seekers, and the afflicted who desperately sought cures. Yet, the town that promoted its “crazy water” attracted eccentric citizens, including wealthy Will and Anna Johnson, who, unable to cope with the deaths of their children, spared no expense in preserving the bodies for entombment in a mausoleum; paperclip inventor David Galbraith, the builder of a house in the shape of a honeycomb; and influential mortician Bob Beetham, who gained power by keeping the town’s secrets. In Texas Gothic, author James Pylant also uncovers the mysterious life of beautiful and ambitious Mineral Wells resident Corinne Griffith. After becoming a famous star of the silent screen and one of America’s richest women, she made a shocking courtroom claim that she was not the “real” Corinne Griffith. Under the looming 14-story Baker Hotel, Mineral Wells thrived with visits from movie stars; yet, the “crazy water” beckoned exploiters and predators. Texas Gothic reveals true tales of the town’s forgotten past: murder, white slavery, prostitution, and mysterious deaths.
Texas Gothic
Author: James Pylant
Publisher: Jacobus Books
ISBN: 0984185771
Category : True Crime
Languages : en
Pages : 284
Book Description
It began in the 1800s. In the Texas town of Mineral Wells, people drinking the strange-tasting water claimed to be cured of insanity, rheumatism, and terminal illness. Discovery of the phenomenon beguiled thousands of tourists, curiosity seekers, and the afflicted who desperately sought cures. Yet, the town that promoted its “crazy water” attracted eccentric citizens, including wealthy Will and Anna Johnson, who, unable to cope with the deaths of their children, spared no expense in preserving the bodies for entombment in a mausoleum; paperclip inventor David Galbraith, the builder of a house in the shape of a honeycomb; and influential mortician Bob Beetham, who gained power by keeping the town’s secrets. In Texas Gothic, author James Pylant also uncovers the mysterious life of beautiful and ambitious Mineral Wells resident Corinne Griffith. After becoming a famous star of the silent screen and one of America’s richest women, she made a shocking courtroom claim that she was not the “real” Corinne Griffith. Under the looming 14-story Baker Hotel, Mineral Wells thrived with visits from movie stars; yet, the “crazy water” beckoned exploiters and predators. Texas Gothic reveals true tales of the town’s forgotten past: murder, white slavery, prostitution, and mysterious deaths.
Publisher: Jacobus Books
ISBN: 0984185771
Category : True Crime
Languages : en
Pages : 284
Book Description
It began in the 1800s. In the Texas town of Mineral Wells, people drinking the strange-tasting water claimed to be cured of insanity, rheumatism, and terminal illness. Discovery of the phenomenon beguiled thousands of tourists, curiosity seekers, and the afflicted who desperately sought cures. Yet, the town that promoted its “crazy water” attracted eccentric citizens, including wealthy Will and Anna Johnson, who, unable to cope with the deaths of their children, spared no expense in preserving the bodies for entombment in a mausoleum; paperclip inventor David Galbraith, the builder of a house in the shape of a honeycomb; and influential mortician Bob Beetham, who gained power by keeping the town’s secrets. In Texas Gothic, author James Pylant also uncovers the mysterious life of beautiful and ambitious Mineral Wells resident Corinne Griffith. After becoming a famous star of the silent screen and one of America’s richest women, she made a shocking courtroom claim that she was not the “real” Corinne Griffith. Under the looming 14-story Baker Hotel, Mineral Wells thrived with visits from movie stars; yet, the “crazy water” beckoned exploiters and predators. Texas Gothic reveals true tales of the town’s forgotten past: murder, white slavery, prostitution, and mysterious deaths.
A Great Gothic Fane, The Catholic Church of St. John the Baptist, Norwich. With Historical Retrospect of Catholicity in Norwich. [With Illustrations.].
Author: Churches, Institutions, Orders, etc. (JOHN, the Baptist, Saint). Church of, at Norwich
Publisher:
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Languages : en
Pages : 310
Book Description
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Languages : en
Pages : 310
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A Great Gothic Fane
Author: Church of St. John the Baptist (Norwich)
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Languages : en
Pages : 310
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Languages : en
Pages : 310
Book Description
Arcania Gothic 4
Author: Bryan Dawson
Publisher: Prima Games
ISBN: 9780307470218
Category : Battles
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
*Maps of every area reveal every critical piece of information! *Detailed walkthroughs will guide you through every quest, puzzle, and enemy encounter! *Full equipment lists will show you where to find the best gear possible! *The comprehensive bestiary will teach you everything you need to know about each enemy. *Expert tactics to conquer the intricacies of combat! * This digital eGuide download features easy-to-use clickable navigation on every page * Fully searchable so you can find exactly what you want, when you want * View on-screen or print out pages
Publisher: Prima Games
ISBN: 9780307470218
Category : Battles
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
*Maps of every area reveal every critical piece of information! *Detailed walkthroughs will guide you through every quest, puzzle, and enemy encounter! *Full equipment lists will show you where to find the best gear possible! *The comprehensive bestiary will teach you everything you need to know about each enemy. *Expert tactics to conquer the intricacies of combat! * This digital eGuide download features easy-to-use clickable navigation on every page * Fully searchable so you can find exactly what you want, when you want * View on-screen or print out pages
The Literary Year-book
Author: Frederick George Aflalo
Publisher:
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Category : Literature
Languages : en
Pages : 724
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Category : Literature
Languages : en
Pages : 724
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The Publisher
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Languages : en
Pages : 1114
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Languages : en
Pages : 1114
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The Outlook
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Languages : en
Pages : 952
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Languages : en
Pages : 952
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Bookseller and the Stationery Trades' Journal
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Languages : en
Pages : 2022
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Pages : 2022
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Contemporary Gothic Drama
Author: Kelly Jones
Publisher: Springer
ISBN: 1349953598
Category : Performing Arts
Languages : en
Pages : 273
Book Description
This ground-breaking volume is the first of its kind to examine the extraordinary prevalence and appeal of the Gothic in contemporary British theatre and performance. Chapters range from considerations of the Gothic in musical theatre and literary adaptation, to explorations of the Gothic’s power to haunt contemporary playwriting, macabre tourism and site-specific performance. By taking familiar Gothic motifs, such as the Gothic body, the monster and Gothic theatricality, and bringing them to a new contemporary stage, this collection provides a fresh and comprehensive take on a popular genre. Whilst the focus of the collection falls upon Gothic drama, the contents of the book will embrace an interdisciplinary appeal to scholars and students in the fields of theatre studies, literature studies, tourism studies, adaptation studies, cultural studies, and history.
Publisher: Springer
ISBN: 1349953598
Category : Performing Arts
Languages : en
Pages : 273
Book Description
This ground-breaking volume is the first of its kind to examine the extraordinary prevalence and appeal of the Gothic in contemporary British theatre and performance. Chapters range from considerations of the Gothic in musical theatre and literary adaptation, to explorations of the Gothic’s power to haunt contemporary playwriting, macabre tourism and site-specific performance. By taking familiar Gothic motifs, such as the Gothic body, the monster and Gothic theatricality, and bringing them to a new contemporary stage, this collection provides a fresh and comprehensive take on a popular genre. Whilst the focus of the collection falls upon Gothic drama, the contents of the book will embrace an interdisciplinary appeal to scholars and students in the fields of theatre studies, literature studies, tourism studies, adaptation studies, cultural studies, and history.
A Great Gothic Fane, The Catholic Church of St. John the Baptist, Norwich. With Historical Retrospect of Catholicity in Norwich. [With Illustrations.].
Author: Churches, Institutions, Orders, etc. (JOHN, the Baptist, Saint). Church of, at Norwich
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 310
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 310
Book Description