The Allure of Immortality - by Lyn Millner (Paperback)

The Allure of Immortality by Lyn Millner is a captivating story that delves into the life of Cyrus Teed, a charismatic and controversial guru who claimed to have been illuminated by an angel.

This book provides a riveting account of how Teed converted two hundred seekers into celibate Koreshans and led them from Chicago to a Southwest Florida promised land based on his belief in a hollow earth theory.

The author meticulously separates truth from myth, fleshing out the characters involved in this intriguing tale.

With an appealingly contemporary voice and sensibilities, Millner approaches her subject with historical journalism at its finest.

This book interweaves the stories of Teed, his followers, the press, turn of the century society, and the harsh and beautiful landscape of southwest Florida, providing an exhaustive and interesting account.

The Allure of Immortality is a must-read for anyone interested in cults, angels, conmen, angry husbands, yellow journalism, or simply a fascinating tale of hope.