Brandon, Ruth

Chronicles the lives and stories of a number of nineteenth-century governesses through the few journals and letters that have been discovered.

Follows the lives and interconnections of the writers, painters, and filmmakers who set out to change the way people view the world.

Presents the history of spiritualism in America and in England, including discussions of some of the better-known alleged mediums, with photographs.

Gives an account of the life and experiences of magician Harry Houdini.