Sara Northrup Hollister

American occultist and author

Sara Northrup Hollister - American occultist and author
Born

April 8th, 1924
100 years ago

Died

December 19th, 1997
27 years ago — 73 years old

Category

Thinkers & Philosophers

Country

United States

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Born in 1924, this individual gained recognition as an occultist and author. In the 1940s, she became prominent in esoteric circles and was involved with notable figures in the occult community. Contributed extensively to literature about magic and the occult, shaping contemporary understandings of these practices. The relationship with a prominent occult leader brought public attention and scrutiny, which informed many of her writings and teachings.

Authored several works on occult practices

Engaged with prominent figures of the occult

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