Coal Region Hoodoo Takes Readers on A Thrilling Adventure

By Maxim Furek

If you’ve ever been intrigued by the shadows that loom in the corners of America’s Keystone State, Maxim W. Furek’s book Coal Region Hoodoo: Paranormal Tales from Inside the Pit is an absolute must-read. 

Furek is no stranger to the world of high strangeness, and this book is a testament to his expertise and deep understanding of the paranormal. He peels back the layers of mystery shrouding Pennsylvania, taking us on a riveting journey into the eerie depths of its coal region.

Furek picks up where he left off in his previous book, Sheppton: The Myth, Miracle & Music, delving even deeper into the Pennsylvania wormhole that is believed to have inspired spine-chilling classics, such as The Night of the Living Dead, The Blob, and The Philadelphia Experiment. However, his journey doesn’t stop there.

The book enthralls the reader with a visit to the netherworlds of Centralia, Sheppton, Chestnut Ridge, and Pennhurst Asylum. These haunting landscapes, each with their unique histories and tales of supernatural occurrences, provide a gripping backdrop for Furek’s narrative.

Even more captivating are the chapters dedicated to figures like renowned demonologists Ed and Lorraine Warren and notorious personalities like serial killer Gary Heidnik and con artist Richard Sharpe Shaver. Furek’s dissection of their lives and their connections to the paranormal makes for an insightful and chilling read.

The author goes a step further by exploring the existence of Bigfoot, other cryptids, and the Kecksburg UFO incident. In addition, he delves into Pennsylvania Dutch Powwowing and Roman Catholic Mysticism, adding a religious and cultural perspective that enriches the narrative. His storytelling ability effectively conjures a sense of uncanny dread and fascination.

Miners claim that being trapped at the bottom of a coal mine is as close to Hell as one can get. Furek, however, takes us a step further, plunging us into the depths of this forbidden, paranormal pit. His exploration of these dark, foreboding territories is nothing short of masterful.

The book is thoroughly researched and impeccably written, combining elements of true crime, local history, and paranormal investigation. It successfully caters to fans of all these genres, promising an enthralling experience for readers of all ages. Coal Region Hoodoo is an extraordinary exploration of the paranormal in Pennsylvania’s coal region. It leaves readers questioning the world around them and eager to dig deeper into the mysteries that Furek uncovers. This book is an essential read for those with an interest in the unexplained. Don’t hesitate to pick this one up — it’s worth every page.

“Coal Region Hoodoo” by Maxim W. Furek explores high strangeness inside the “Pennsylvania wormhole.” Furek’s journey takes us beyond the netherworlds of Centralia, Sheppton, Chestnut Ridge, and Pennhurst Asylum.