Ghostlore: Unveiling 50 Phantoms That Have Haunted History

An exquisitely illustrated look at the stories of 50 ghosts from around the world, written by folklore and supernatural expert Icy Sedgwick, author of Rebel Folklore. As long as there has been a movement in the corner of your eye, a strange noise in the dark, or a chilling feeling in your stomach, there have been ghost stories. Ghostlore reveals the sinister stories behind the phantoms that have terrified history. From mischievous German poltergeists to Nigerian Madam Koi Koi, who haunts schools looking for unruly children, discover 50 misunderstood and mysterious ghosts from around the globe. Discover haunting ghost stories throughout history: Gorgeous illustrations and detailed descriptions bring these ghost stories to life Diverse entries from across the world, featuring new takes on well-known stories and rich descriptions of lesser-known entries Perfect for fans of supernatural books and readers with an interest in world mythology Ghosts have haunted mythologies across the world