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Dive into the enigmatic depths of the Big Easy's eerie past with "Southern Ghost Stories: New Orleans." Embark on a chilling journey through the shadowy streets and mysterious corners of one of America's most haunted cities. Unveil the haunted history that has woven itself into the very fabric of New Orleans, where whispers of the past echo through time. In this captivating chronicle, you'll encounter the spirits that still linger in the aftermath of deadly fires, cholera, and yellow fever outbreaks. Explore the haunted history of historic buildings that stand as witnesses to the past, ...

Step into the shadowy streets and moss-draped squares of Savannah, where history & hauntings intertwine in tales that have endured for years. Explore the Mercer House, where echoes of tragedy and mystery linger within its elegant walls. Uncover the spine-tingling past of the Marshall House, where Civil War soldiers and yellow fever victims still roam the halls. Delve into the gristly murders of the Savannah Axe Murders. Did the killer get away with it? Wander through Savannah's iconic cemeteries— Bonaventure Cemetery, Colonial Park Cemetery, and Laurel Grove Cemetery—where eerie ...

Chicago, Illinois has one of the eeriest pasts of any city in America. From opportunistic grave robbers that stole countless cadavers to a condemned criminal who may or may not have been brought back to life by doctors, ghastly tales of the macabre abound in the Windy City. Some of Chicago’s most historic places are also home to sullen specters stuck in time. From an old hotel adjacent to grant park to the location of the long forgotten jail where dozens of men were hanged, forgotten phantoms have been lurking about for centuries. Some of the stories are lighthearted and entertaining, ...

Where history refuses to rest… and the dead have stories to tell. From the shadowy hollows of Fentress County to the moonlit streets of Nashville, Tennessee’s past is steeped in mystery—and haunted by more than memory. Meet legendary spirits like the infamous Bell Witch of Adams and the towering Tall Betsy of Cleveland, whose eerie legends have been whispered for generations. Wander through historic homes such as Rippavilla in Spring Hill and the Sam Davis Home in Smyrna, where restless souls still stir. Step back into the chilling days of a Tennessee witch trial or shudder at ...

Journey into the heart of the Deep South with "Ghost Stories & Graveyard Tales: Alabama," a chilling collection of the state's most haunted legends and folklore. This book is a treasure trove of eerie tales, from spectral apparitions to dastardly grave robbers that have fascinated and frightened locals for generations. In Huntsville, the hallowed grounds of Maple Hill Cemetery are steeped in spectral lore, with tales of ghostly figures and chilling encounters under the cover of night. Birmingham's historic Redmont Hotel is another hotbed of paranormal activity, where guests have reported ...

Dive into Knoxville's haunted past with 'Southern Ghost Stories: Knoxville.' Venture into the shadowy corridors of history where ghostly whispers linger and specters roam. From the stately corridors of Baker-Peters House to the Ramsey House, explore the murky depths of Knoxville lore. But it's not just buildings that harbor secrets; delve into the macabre history of grave robbers who prowled cemeteries under the cloak of darkness, selling their ghoulish wares to local medical colleges. Encounter the ghostly figure of a headless man haunting the banks of First Creek. Unravel the enigma of a ...

Journey into the shadowy past of one of the world's most iconic cities with "Ghost Stories & Graveyard Tales: New York City." This captivating collection unveils the eerie and spine-chilling history lurking beneath the bustling streets of the Big Apple. Unearth the macabre tales of galvanism, where doctors attempted to resurrect the dead with electricity. Experience the rich and haunting folklore of Native American spirits that once roamed the land, and encounter the mystical and mysterious world of voodoo practices that thrived in hidden corners of the city. Relive the terror of the Lower ...

Cincinnati, Ohio has one of the darkest pasts of any city in America. From opportunistic grave robbers that stole the remains of a United States President’s son to a heartbroken father who burned his daughter’s lover alive, ghastly tales of the macabre abound in the Queen City. Some of Cincinnati’s most historic places are home to sullen specters stuck in time. From the historic Cincinnati Music Hall built on an old cemetery to the mysterious Lady in Green that roams a popular downtown hotel, forgotten phantoms have been lurking about for centuries. Some of the stories are ...

Delve into the eerie and enchanting world of Florida's supernatural side with "Ghost Stories & Graveyard Tales: Florida." This spine-chilling collection of stories uncovers the haunted history of the Sunshine State, where restless spirits and otherworldly creatures abound. Explore the somber serenity of Florida's most haunted cemeteries, including the historic Old City Cemetery in Jacksonville and Visit Pinewood Cemetery in Daytona where spectral apparitions are said to wander among the ancient tombstones. Uncover the macabre tale of Count Carl von Cosel, the heartbroken grave robber of Key...

Dive into the chilling depths of American history with 'Fear & Folklore: American Witches,' a riveting exploration of the dark and mysterious world of witches in the United States. From the earliest days of the Virginia colonies in 1626, where Joan Wright faced accusations of witchcraft, to the haunting trials of Mary Johnson in Connecticut, found guilty of 'familiarity with the devil' in 1648, this book unearths the buried secrets of America's witch trials. While the infamous Salem Witch Trials of 1692 take center stage, 'Fear & Folklore' delves deeper into the shadows, uncovering the ...

In the chilling follow-up to Southern Ghost Stories: Tennessee Tales, Tennessee Tales Two delves even deeper into the Volunteer State's spine-tingling hauntings and rich folklore. This volume takes readers on a haunting journey through Tennessee’s eerie folklore, ghost stories, and legends, blending history with the supernatural in tales that defy belief. Explore haunted campuses across the state, where ghostly apparitions and unsettling legends linger. Discover ghost stories from the University of the South in Sewanee, East Tennessee State University in Johnson City, and Cumberland ...

Do you believe in ghosts? St. Louis has a dark history and ghostly tales abound on almost every corner. But what about demons, goblins, vampires, reanimated corpses and mystics? Unbelievable stories from every corner of the paranormal universe intersect in St. Louis. From wily gravediggers to historic homes where things go bump in the night, Ghost Stories and Graveyard Tales: St. Louis invites you to dig into the town’s dark past to learn about what the history books won’t tell you.

In the early 19th century, Eliza Allen found herself caught in a whirlwind marriage to Sam Houston, the ambitious and powerful Governor of Tennessee. At the heart of The First Lady of Tennessee lies the enigmatic relationship between Eliza and Sam, whose marriage—and eventual divorce—would go on to shape not only their lives but the history of a fledgling nation. The First Lady of Tennessee unravels the complexity of their union, set against the backdrop of a growing American frontier. A story of love, heartbreak, and political ambition, it explores Eliza's personal struggle for ...

From Music Row to Bellevue, West Nashville is not only historic, but it is also very haunted. With historic homes to the worst train crash in American history, death was everywhere. When you factor in a shopping center built on Native American burial grounds and cult leader Tony Alamo storing his dead wife’s body in a freezer on Music Row, you have all the ingredients for the paranormal. But it’s not just ghost stories. A man gunned down by Andrew Jackson in a duel is buried in the front yard of a residence in West Nashville. Oh, did I forget to mention the headless woman that has been ...

Knox Martin confessed to a terrible crime. He was sentenced, baptized, and hanged. Case closed—or so the city of Nashville believed. But in the weeks that follow, the dead man's name refuses to fade. Whispers stir through jail cells, church pews, and backroom parlors. Some say he was seen walking. Others claim he never left at all. Reverend Nelson Merry knows what Knox prayed before the rope tightened. Sheriff Price watched him die. And beneath it all moves Aunt Mary, the voodoo priestess who anointed him—says the story isn’t over. Set against the backdrop of a Reconstruction, The ...

In Fear & Folklore: Grave Robbers, delve into the sinister underworld of those who dared to disturb the sanctity of the dead. This gripping account weaves together chilling tales of wily resurrection men and audacious grave robbers who turned cemeteries into their hunting grounds across America. Meet Rufus Cantrell, the notorious body snatcher of Indianapolis, whose cunning operations supplied medical schools with freshly exhumed cadavers, turning the macabre into profit. Then, journey to Florida, where the eerie tale of Count Carl Von Cosel unfolds—a man so consumed by love that he ...

On November 30th 1864, Confederate General John Bell Hood’s mighty Army of Tennessee marched down Winstead Hill to launch a full frontal assault on Federal Forces entrenched at the Carter House, a half mile from the Franklin Square. The subsequent bloody battle overwhelmed the town, leaving thousands of abandoned dead soldiers to bury, and even more broken and tattered men to tend to. In addition to all the death and carnage from the war, Franklin was rocked by a series of fires in the 19th century as well as several gristly murders that jolted the sleepy little Southern town. From ...

Prepare for an eerie odyssey into the supernatural with "Ghost Stories & Graveyard Tales: New Jersey." This spine-tingling journey will lead you through the Garden State's most haunted houses, including the foreboding Jonathan Pitney House and the enigmatic Ringwood Manor. Along the coast, you'll encounter haunted lighthouses that have guided ships and sailors for centuries. Dive deeper into the inexplicable as we uncover eerie tales from old burying grounds like the historic Evergreen Cemetery in Camden. Here, the past comes alive in chilling ways, revealing stories that defy time and ...

Unearth the chilling and spine-tingling history of the Bluegrass State in "Ghost Stories & Graveyard: Kentucky." This captivating book delves deep into the shadowy realms of Kentucky's haunted past, where restless spirits, unexplained creatures, and bizarre events have left indelible marks on the landscape. Journey into the eerie depths of Mammoth Cave, where ghostly apparitions and unexplained phenomena have long perplexed visitors. Explore the foreboding Stone Jail in Franklin, where the tortured souls of the past still seem to linger. Dare to tread the haunted halls of the Old Bullitt ...

As the most haunted city in Tennessee, Gallatin's history is filled with fires, executions, cholera outbreaks and other terrible misfortunes . Beneath the town square and stately antebellum mansions lies a complicated history of the paranormal and mysterious. From the dastardly General Eleazer Paine, who killed Confederate soldiers and sympathizers, to deadly fires that reduced buildings on the square to a smoldering rubble, Gallatin is filled with countless spirits. Some of the ghosts in these stories are friendly, while others are quite mischievous. With each ghostly tale, Southern Ghost ...