Discover the spine-tingling history of ghosts and the supernatural across the world in this
stunningly illustrated title. A History of Ghosts Spirits and the Supernatural charts the
extraordinary narrative of one of the most intriguing and enduring subjects in the world
covering everything from Neolithic ancestor worship and ancient necromancy to modern-day
ghost-hunting and "creepypasta" tales and from the Japanese onryo to the La Llorona of Latin
America. The perfect introduction to the subject this fascinating volume charts the various
ways in which spirits and the spirit world have been depicted in myth and religion folklore
art literature and cinema and how the idea of ghosts and otherworldly beings have resonated
with people through history and across the world. In this blood-curdling book you will find:
More than 350 full-colour images combined with engaging accessible text that brings the
subject to life with biographies of key figures Infamous tales of haunted houses and ghost
ships séances and mediumship poltergeists possessions and demonic encounters Profiles of
other unearthly and undead beings such as werewolves and vampires and galleries of everything
from effigies and dolls to tools used in paranormal investigations Details of scientific
theories that have attempted to shed light on the spirit phenomenon - such as "stone tape"
theory and Kirlian photography A serious and comprehensive but accessible guide to the
subject A History of Ghosts Spirits and the Supernatural will shock and delight you in equal
measure - whether you are a believer or a sceptic. The Esoteric Histories series With global
sales of more than 300 000 copies DK's Esoteric Histories explore the rich traditions of
mystical and mysterious subjects - from witchcraft to the world of the unexplained - weaving
together religion mythology folklore and the paranormal with art culture and science.
Other titles in the series include A History of Magic Witchcraft and the Occult A History of
Astrology Divination and Prophecy and A History of Horror Fear and the Uncanny.
