Toil and Trouble

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A Women's History of the Occult

By Lisa Kröger and Melanie R. Anderson

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Toil and Trouble by Lisa Kröger and Melanie R. Anderson explores the historical and cultural significance of witches throughout time. The authors delve into various representations and perceptions of witches, uncovering their powerful influence in history and society. This insightful narrative combines detailed research with engaging storytelling to illuminate the enduring legacy of witchcraft.
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You might enjoy this book if you're fascinated by the stories of women who have been deemed witches throughout history. It unravels the tales of historical and modern-day women, exploring their influence and the myths around them, making it an intriguing read for those interested in history, cultural studies, and the power dynamics associated with witchcraft.

Toil and Trouble

This celebration of notable magical women, from the Salem witch trials to WitchTok, is a fascinating and empowering read for anyone interested in occultism or feminist history.

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Toil and Trouble is a celebration of magical women and nonbinary people in American history, from Salem to WitchTok.

Meet the mystical women and nonbinary people from US history who found strength through the supernatural—and those who are still forging the way today. From the celebrity spirit mediums of the nineteenth century to contemporary activist witches hexing the patriarchy, these icons have long used magic and mysticism to seize the power they're so often denied.

Organised around different approaches women in particular have taken to the occult over the decades—using the supernatural for political gain, seeking fame and fortune as spiritual practitioners, embracing their witchy identities, and more—this book shines a light on underappreciated magical pioneers, including:

Dion Fortune, who tried to marshal a magical army against Adolf Hitler
Bri Luna, the Hoodwitch, social media star and serious magical practitioner
Joan Quigley, personal psychic to Nancy Reagan
Marie Laveau, voodoo queen of New Orleans
Elvira, queer goth sex symbol who defied the Satanic Panic
And many more!

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Toil and Trouble by Lisa Kröger and Melanie R. Anderson is praised for its engaging exploration of historical figures, particularly women and nonbinary individuals involved in the occult. Reviews highlight its rich biographical collection and commend the book for addressing cultural and racial differences in these practices. It appeals to readers interested in women's history and the supernatural, offering both educational insights and enjoyable storytelling.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781683692911

Publisher: Quirk Books

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 25 October 2022

Country: United States

Imprint: Quirk Books

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 135.0mm

Height: 203.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 336

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About the Author

Lisa Kr ger is the coauthor of the Bram Stoker and Locus Award winning Monster, She Wrote. She holds a PhD in English and her short fiction has appeared in Cemetery Dance magazine and Lost Highways- Dark Fictions from the Road (Crystal Lake Publishing, 2018). She cohosts the Know Fear podcast (knowfearcast.com). Melanie R. Anderson is the coauthor of the Bram Stoker and Locus Award winning Monster, She Wrote. She is an assistant professor of English at Delta State University in Cleveland, Mississippi. Her book Spectrality in the Novels of Toni Morrison (Tennessee Press, 2013) was a winner of the 2014 South Central MLA Book Prize. She cohosts the Know Fear podcast (knowfearcast.com).