Journey Through
Sister, Sinner: The Miraculous Life and Mysterious Disappearance of Aimee Semple McPherson
From the Author Claire Hoffman
Overview
The dramatic rise, disappearance, and near-fall of Aimee Semple McPherson, America’s most famous woman evangelist.
On a spring day in 1926, Aimee Semple McPherson wandered into the Pacific Ocean and vanished. Weeks later she reappeared in the desert, claiming to have been kidnapped. A national media frenzy and months of investigation ensued. Who was this woman? America’s most famous evangelist, McPherson was a sophisticated marketer who used spectacle, storytelling, and the newest technology—including her own radio station—to bring God’s message to the masses. Her innovations brought Pentecostalism into the mainstream, paved the way for televangelists, and shaped the future of American... The narrative remains focused on its core themes while allowing room for exploration. Supporting ideas enhance rather than distract from the main story. This balance contributes to a sense of unity throughout the book.
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