An exquisitely illustrated look at the stories of 50 ghosts from around the world, written by fairy tale and supernatural expert Icy Sedgwick, author of Rebel Folklore.

From the moment there was a movement in the corner of your eye, a strange sound in the dark, or a chilling feeling in your stomach, ghost stories existed. Ghostlore reveals the dark tales behind the ghosts that have scared history. From the mischievous poltergeists of Germany to Nigeria’s Madam Koi Koi, who haunts schools searching for restless children, discover 50 misunderstood and mysterious ghosts from across the globe.

Explore haunting ghost stories throughout history:

• Stunning illustrations and detailed descriptions that bring these stories to life.
• Diverse entries from around the world, featuring fresh takes on familiar tales and rich descriptions of lesser-known accounts.
• Ideal for fans of supernatural fiction and readers interested in global mythology.

Ghosts have haunted mythologies worldwide for thousands of years—from Scotland’s Green Lady to the Caribbean duppies, every tradition has tried to explain the mystery of where people go after death. Ghostlore gathers 50 of these chilling stories from cultures and traditions around the world, capturing these iconic ghost tales in a beautiful book that horror lovers and mythology enthusiasts won’t want to miss.

Pages: 192, Dimensions: 20.2x20.2cm