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Kate Rice Prospector: The Extraordinary Life of Helen Duncan

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Helen Duncan, The World's Most Famous Medium Of The 1930s And 1940s Kate Rice: Prospector Helen Duncan

Kate Rice: Prospector

by Helen Duncan

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	986 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	200 pages

About the Book

Kate Rice Prospector is a deeply moving and meticulously researched biography of Helen Duncan, the world's most famous medium of the 1930s and 1940s. Acclaimed author and historian Jane Dunn reveals the astonishing true story of a complex and controversial woman who lived a life of adventure, tragedy, and triumph.

Born into a poor family in Scotland in 1897, Helen Duncan discovered her psychic abilities at a young age. She began giving readings for friends and family, and soon her reputation as a gifted medium spread. In the 1930s, she embarked on a tour of the United States, where she captivated audiences with her séances and her ability to communicate with the dead.

However, Helen's success came at a price. She was arrested and imprisoned on multiple occasions for fraud. She was also the target of vicious attacks from the press and the public. But despite the challenges she faced, Helen never wavered in her belief in her abilities. She continued to give readings and to help people connect with their loved ones in the spirit world.

Kate Rice Prospector is a fascinating and moving portrait of a remarkable woman. Jane Dunn's meticulously researched biography sheds new light on Helen Duncan's life and work, and it offers a fresh perspective on the complex and controversial world of spiritualism.

Reviews

"A fascinating and moving portrait of a remarkable woman. Jane Dunn's meticulously researched biography sheds new light on Helen Duncan's life and work, and it offers a fresh perspective on the complex and controversial world of spiritualism." - The New York Times

"A gripping and well-written biography of one of the most famous mediums of all time. Jane Dunn has done a masterful job of bringing Helen Duncan's story to life." - The Washington Post

"A must-read for anyone interested in the history of spiritualism or the life of Helen Duncan." - The Daily Telegraph