January 1, 1990
In what PW called a ``spellbinding sociological/true-crime study,'' Levy tells of Ira Einhorn, counterculture spokesman in Philadelphia, who was arrested in connection with the death of one of his disciples, Holly Maddux; her mummified body was found in Einhorn's closet. The guru skipped bail, presumably fled the country and is still at large. Photos.
October 31, 1990
In the 1960s Ira Einhorn (``one-horn'' = Unicorn) made a reputation as ``the'' spokesman for the counterculture in Philadelphia. Brilliantly articulate, this teacher at the experimental Free University found a wide audience for his advocacy of nonviolence, drug-taking and sexual freedom. As the '60s waned, he converted his public persona into that of a guru of environmentalism and paranormal experiences, developing a network of influential contacts, shows Levy ( Hackers ) in this spellbinding sociological/true-crime study. One of those who fell under his spell was Holly Maddux, a beauty from Texas. After a stormy relationship of several years, she disappeared; almost two years later, in 1979, her mummified body was found in Einhorn's closet. The guru was arrested, skipped bail, presumably fled the country and is still at large. Photos. First serial to Esquire; author tour.