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Imagine holding a book in your hands, knowing the words within were penned by an author who had already passed away. Sounds like a plot straight out of a ghost story, right? Yet, there are numerous instances where literary works have emerged, purportedly written by authors from beyond the grave. These spectral scribes and their posthumous publications have ignited debates, inspired awe, and stirred up a whirlwind of mystery. Let’s dive into some of the most intriguing cases.
1. Patience Worth: The Spirit Who Penned Bestsellers
In the early 20th century, a St. Louis housewife named Pearl Curran began communicating with a spirit named Patience Worth through a Ouija board. Patience claimed to be a 17th-century Englishwoman, and through Pearl, she dictated several novels, poems, and plays. The most notable work, The Sorry Tale, a historical novel about the life of Christ, was considered by critics to be a literary masterpiece. Skeptics argue that Pearl possessed an innate literary talent she projected onto Patience, but believers insist the writings were beyond the capabilities of a mere mortal.
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