Essex Ghost Tales

Essex Ghost Tales
Author: Robert Hallmann
Publisher: The History Press
Total Pages: 144
Release: 2015-02-02
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 0750963239

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The stories in this haunting collection are as ancient and recent, powerful and fantastical, real, and imaginary as the ghosts of myth and legend they feature. Here you will find chilling tales of restless Vikings, doomed to haunt their former sparring grounds; the mysterious haunted picture of "Cunning" Murrell; the distraught countryman of Canvey Island forever searching for his horse and cart; and the specter of a runaway funeral carriage. Read about phantom highwaymen, dastardly smugglers, strange wartime encounters, foul murders, and one-eyed strangers, all brought to life by noted storyteller Robert Hallmann. Richly illustrated with 30 original drawings, these spine-tingling stories interweave fact and fiction to create perfect tales for reading under the covers on stormy nights.

Essex Ghost Tales

Essex Ghost Tales
Author: Robert Hallmann
Publisher: The History Press
Total Pages: 154
Release: 2015-02-02
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 0750963239

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The stories in this haunting collection are as ancient and recent, powerful and fantastical, real and imaginary as the ghosts of myth and legend they feature. Here you will find chilling tales of long-dead Vikings, stirred by the darkness of an eclipse; a wild forest with a wicked secret in its roots; the feared cross on Gallows Hill; a restless Grey Lady forever searching for her revenge; and the killing of a dead man. Read about phantom highwaymen; dastardly smugglers; mysterious pasts; foul murders and one-eyed strangers, all twisted into Essex's history and brought to life by noted storyteller Robert Hallmann. Richly illustrated with original drawings, these spine-tingling stories interweave fact and fiction to create perfect tales for reading under the covers on stormy nights.

Essex Ghost Stories

Essex Ghost Stories
Author: Robert Hallmann
Publisher: History Press
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2009-01-30
Genre: History
ISBN: 9780752448480

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Chilling stories of ghostly myths, legends and lore

Ghost Stories

Ghost Stories
Author: Jeff Lemire
Publisher: Top Shelf Productions
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2007
Genre: Betrayal
ISBN: 9781891830945

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The elder of the Lebeuf brothers, Lou, relives his seven decades of life, full of guilt and regret over the decisions he made that tore his family apart.

Essex Ghost Stories

Essex Ghost Stories
Author: Richard Holland
Publisher:
Total Pages: 80
Release: 2014-04-30
Genre:
ISBN: 9781909914087

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Jersey Ghost Stories

Jersey Ghost Stories
Author: Erren Michaels
Publisher: The History Press
Total Pages: 195
Release: 2016-10-06
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 0750978929

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Step away from sunny Jersey's present day and into the sinister shadows of the past ... the island's history is filled with dark deeds and restless spirits. Collected here for the first time are stories that have endured through centuries to chill the blood. This unique anthology gathers together the most famous tales, such as the Ghost Bride and the White Lady, along with lesser-known tales, such as The Lake. Erren Michaels' and Noah Goats' skilful storytelling, along with Ryan Thomas' detailed illustrations, beautifully combine to relate these haunting tales of murder and vengeance that refuse to be forgotten.

Eight Ghosts

Eight Ghosts
Author: Sarah Perry
Publisher: September Publishing
Total Pages: 149
Release: 2017-09-28
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1910463744

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Rooted in place, slipping between worlds - a rich collection of unnerving ghosts and sinister histories. 'An impressive line-up of established and emerging names.' The Sunday Times 'These eerie, unsettling stories are guaranteed to send shivers down your spine.' Daily Express Eight authors were given the freedom of their chosen English Heritage site, from medieval castles to a Cold War nuclear bunker. Immersed in the past and chilled by rumours of hauntings, they channelled their darker imaginings into a series of extraordinary new ghost stories. 'Subtly evocative of human relations loss, grief, or the fear of loneliness.' TLS 'A satisfying and spooky read.' Sun Also includes a gazetteer of English Heritage properties which are said to be haunted.

Haunted Essex

Haunted Essex
Author: Carmel King
Publisher: Haunted
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2009-08-03
Genre: History
ISBN: 9780752451268

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A spooky collection of Essex hauntings - Chilling investigation into the county's haunted heritage - Welcome addition to The History Press's popular 'Haunted' series- Will appeal to both tourists and residents alike From heart-stopping accounts of apparitions, manifestations and related supernatural phenomena, to first-hand encounters with phantoms and spirits, this collection of stories contains both new and well-known spooky tales from around the county of Essex. Drawing on historical and contemporary sources, Haunted Essex contains a chilling range of ghostly phenomena. From the well-known story of Robin the Woodcutter of Coggshall, to how Thundersley's 'Shrieking Boy's Wood' acquired its name, along with details of the horrific reign of Mathew Hopkins, Witchfinder General, this phenomenal gathering of ghostly goings-on is bound to captivate anyone interested in the supernatural history of the area. - Features and reviews in local media, including the Essex Chronicle, Evening Gazette, Evening Echo and the Standard Recorder - Potential for articles in specialist press, including Fortean Times and Paranormal magazine - BBC Radio Essex (the Steve Scrutton show)

Haunted Southend

Haunted Southend
Author: Dee Gordon
Publisher: The History Press
Total Pages: 196
Release: 2012-01-31
Genre: Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN: 0752481614

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The popular seaside resort of Southend-on-Sea has long been a haven for holidaymakers, but the town also harbours some disturbing secrets... Discover the darker side of Southend with this spooky collection of spine-chilling tales from around the town. From ghostly sightings in Hadleigh Castle, ominous sounds and smells on the seafront and tales of mysterious shapes at the town's pubs and taverns, this book is guaranteed to make your blood run cold. Illustrated with over sixty pictures, Haunted Southend will delight everyone interested in the paranormal.