
This compact volume gathers a variety of striking ghost accounts, most drawn directly from the people who witnessed them. The author arranges the material into sections that reflect how well each case holds up to scientific scrutiny, from rigorously documented incidents cited in psychical‑research journals to more anecdotal, yet still fascinating, hauntings. Readers will find concise explanations of key terms—such as “agent,” “pact,” and “death‑coincidence”—that help frame the phenomena in a clear, analytical way.
Beyond the glossary, the book explores the nature of apparitions, weighing subjective hallucinations against objective, space‑occupying phantoms. It also offers vivid sketches of famous haunted houses and even touches on wartime “phantom armies,” inviting curious listeners to consider how these eerie experiences have persisted across cultures and centuries. The collection promises an engaging blend of narrative and inquiry, perfect for anyone intrigued by the mysteries that linger just beyond the veil of the ordinary.
Language
en
Duration
~4 hours (282K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2014-01-08
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects

1880–1959
A tireless investigator of psychic claims and strange phenomena, this British-born American writer spent decades testing mediums, spirit photography, and other mysteries at the edge of belief. He also wrote widely on health, conjuring, and unusual scientific ideas, which makes his work feel curious, energetic, and unmistakably of its era.
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