Record #:

16362

Author(s):

Johnson, Kathy McH.

Abstract:

There is a collection of legends revolving around the famous Bell Witch of Middle Tennessee. Although the legends are numerous, and often inconsistent, it is thought the Bell family originated in North Carolina where Mary Bell's actions where controlled by a witch. Johnson discusses the origins of the legend and its various accounts.

Source:

North Carolina Folklore Journal (NoCar GR 110 N8 N6), Vol. 24 Issue 2, Aug 1976, p43-48

Subject(s):

Legends