The Little Geogia Wonder Notes:

Wonderful accounts and explanations from the time:

Little Georgia Wonder Explained In Her Day:

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Little Georgia Wonder Defended In Her Day:
 

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More reading:

Books to look for:

Science and the Georgia Wonder
By J. M. Hurst (Lu Lu Hurst’s father)

Offers firsthand explanations of Lu Lu’s methods, emphasizing the role of leverage and center of gravity.

Great for understanding the foundational principles that Dixie later adapted.

The Secrets of Stage Strength
By David DeVal

A niche but powerful manual that explores how performers use physics and psychology to simulate strength.

Covers balance, resistance, and how to manipulate volunteers’ expectations.

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