The Encyclopedia of Ghosts and Spirits
Type
Book
Authors
ISBN 10
0816040850
ISBN 13
9780816040858
Category
Unknown
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Publication Year
2000
Publisher
Pages
448
Description
More than 500 A-to-Z entries examine famous hauntings, historical figures and events, and the myths and legends surrounding ghosts and spirits in different cultures.The second edition features recent break-throughs and incidents, new information about important myths, and the increase in scientifically conducted studies; new and updated entries on prominent people in the field; new entries on Japanese ghosts, ghost lore, and ghost history; and expanded international coverage.Entries include: -- Gremlins: Small, pesky spirits that first appeared in British military aircraft during World War II-- Poltergeists: The repressed emotions of adolescents may somehow activate these paranormal forces-- Ghostbusters: The real-life researchers into the paranormal and their investigative techniques. - from Amzon
Number of Copies
1
