Eureka Springs Folk Magic: Spirits, Charms, and Hidden Traditions in the Ozark Hills - Couverture souple

Sterling, F K

Couverture souple

ISBN 13 : 9798235181304

Editeur : F.K. Sterling, 2026

Synopsis

EUREKA SPRINGS FOLK MAGIC: SPELLS, CHARMS, AND HIDDEN TRADITIONS IN THE OZARK HILLS This book unveils the rich tapestry of folk magic that has thrived in these ancient mountains for generations. From the sacred springs once revered by Native tribes to the whispered spells of granny women and yarb doctors, discover the living traditions that blend prayer, plants, and practical power. Explore authentic Ozark charms for protection, love, and luck-learn to tie knots in string to draw a lover closer, carry a buckeye for good fortune, or hammer iron nails above doorways to ward off unwanted spirits. Delve into herbal healing with mullein, sassafras, and poke root, paired with Bible verses and moon-timed rituals passed down through oral tradition. Uncover the hidden side of the hills: spells to stop bleeding with a red thread, cornshuck dolls that guard children through the night, potato cures for warts, and broom lore for sweeping away troubles. Meet the power doctors who healed with faith and roots, the signs read in nature, and the quiet magic woven into daily mountain life. Whether you're a seeker of Ozark heritage, a practitioner of folk traditions, or simply captivated by Eureka Springs' legendary mystique, this volume preserves the spells, charms, and concealed knowledge that make the Ozark Hills truly enchanted. Step into a world where the ordinary becomes extraordinary, and the hills themselves hold secrets for those who know how to listen.

A propos du livre

À propos de l'auteur

F.K. Sterling is an author, independent researcher, and folklorist specializing in Ozark mysteries, ancient anomalies, unexplained phenomena, and alternative history. He doesn't just chronicle the strange-he lives it, hunts it, and weaves it into compelling narratives that challenge conventional understanding.

Background & Roots

Sterling grew up in the wilds of Ocala, Florida, where childhood pursuits like hunting, fishing, and "reading the land" ignited a deep fascination with ancient mysteries and the natural world's hidden stories. He later made his home in the Ozarks of Arkansas (Harrison area), a region rich in folklore, limestone caves, misty hollows, and longstanding legends of giants, wild men, star people, and otherworldly encounters. The Ozarks serve as both his laboratory and muse-a landscape where history, myth, and the unexplained intertwine daily.

Notable Books

Alien Harvest: The Ozark Connection (2026, Zombie Media) - Explores a century of strange encounters in the Ozarks, including unexplained lights, mysterious beings, crop circles, hybrid rumors, and the eerie "Bobbys" emerging from cornfields. Draws on firsthand accounts and local legends.
- Ancient Ozarks: Giants in the Caves, Star People in the Stone, and the Underground Worlds That Rewrote American Prehistory (2026) - Examines deep regional history, Paleo-Indian evidence, bluff dwellers, giant skeleton reports, and cave mysteries.
-In Search of Giants: A Worldwide Hunt for Living Legends- A global investigation into giant traditions, megalithic structures, Nephilim lore, and possible pre-Flood advanced beings.

Sterling's writing style is grounded yet evocative, respecting both scientific inquiry and the living myths of the people who inhabit these enigmatic places. He is known for asking the questions mainstream narratives overlook and delivering stories that feel unsettlingly close to home-especially for those familiar with the mist-covered hills and deep hollows of the Ozarks.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: F.K. Sterling
• Date d'édition: 2026
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 13: 9798235181304
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 100
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
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