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Pow-Wows, or Long Lost Friend is a 19th-century compilation of folk remedies, prayers, and protective charms rooted in the traditions of Pennsylvania Dutch folk magic. Written by John George Hohman, the book blends Christian and esoteric elements, offering cures for ailments, protection against evil, and guidance on daily matters. Revered as a practical guide to folk healing, it remains a fascinating artifact of early American mystical and spiritual practices. John George Hohman -- a Pennsylvania Dutch healer -- compiled and published this book of folk cures in 1820. It remains a fascinating look at folk medicine and superstition.

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