Discover the spine-chilling history of ghosts and the supernatural around the world through this illustrated guide. A History of Ghosts, Spirits, and the Supernatural captures the extraordinary narrative of one of the most interesting and controversial subjects, covering everything from Neolithic ancestor worship and ancient necromancy to modern ghost hunting and creepypasta stories, as well as from Japanese onryo to Latin America's La Llorona.

This mesmerizing edition provides the perfect introduction to the subject, analyzing the many ways spirits and their world have been depicted in myth, religion, folklore, art, and literature. In this spectacular book you will find:

• Narration of notorious stories from haunted houses and ghost ships, séances and spiritualism, poltergeists, possessions, and demonic encounters.
• Profiles of other fantastic or immortal beings such as vampires and werewolves.
• A serious yet reader-friendly overview that explores the supernatural worldwide and throughout history.

A History of Ghosts, Spirits, and the Supernatural will shock and delight you in equal measure - whether you are a believer or a skeptic.

Pages: 320, Dimensions: 22.1x22.1cm