Pow-Wows, or Long Lost Friend: a Collection of Mysterious and Invaluable Arts an

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Language: English Dimensions: 6 x 0.21 x 9 inches ISBN-13: 978-1434417367 Publication date: August 30, 2010 isbn: 1434417360 Item Weight: 4.8 ounces Print length: 82 pages Publisher: Wildside Press ISBN-10: 1434417360

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Pow-Wows, or Long Lost Friend: a Collection of Mysterious and Invaluable Arts an. John George Hohman -- a Pennsylvania Dutch healer -- compiled and published this book of folk cures in 1820. John George Hohman -- a Pennsylvania Dutch healer -- compiled and published this book of folk cures in 1820. It contains native remedies; healing spells and prayers; and protective charms, wards, and benedictions. Of historical interest for its depiction of early 19th century American popular magic and ritual, it remains a fascinating look at folk medicine and superstition.