John Keel
Journalist and author of 'The Mothman Prophecies'
Journalist and author of 'The Mothman Prophecies'
1930
96 years ago
Thinkers & Philosophers
United States
An American journalist and author, contributed significantly to the field of paranormal literature, with a focus on UFOs and cryptids. Authored the influential book 'The Mothman Prophecies', which investigated alleged sightings of the creature in West Virginia during the 1960s. This work merged investigative journalism with elements of folklore and supernatural occurrences, drawing significant attention and sparking discussions in both journalism and popular culture. Keel engaged with various theories surrounding the Mothman, leading to further exploration of similar phenomena in the years following its publication. His writings often reflected skepticism towards conventional explanations for mysterious events, establishing a distinct voice in the genre of paranormal investigation.
Authored 'The Mothman Prophecies'
Investigated UFO sightings
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