Book · 2022
In the Houses of Their Dead - the Lincolns, the Booths, and the Spirits
Why people recommend it
In the Houses of Their Dead - the Lincolns, the Booths, and the Spirits by Terry Alford is a historical work examining the role of spiritualism in the families of Abraham Lincoln and his assassin, John Wilkes Booth. The book was featured on The Book Review during the episode titled Searing the World Anew Through Other Species in July 2024. Host John Williams introduced author Terry Alford at the beginning of the show, noting that the new publication explores the overlapping spiritual interests of these prominent historical figures. Later in the episode, while wrapping up the interview, John Williams thanked the author and reiterated the full title of the book to the listening audience. The discussion highlighted how Alford's historical analysis sheds new light on the personal lives and grief experienced within both the Lincoln and Booth families during a turbulent era marked by national tragedy and a widespread cultural fascination with the supernatural and communicating with the deceased.
Who recommended it
- John Williams Recommended
John Williams — 6 mentions
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