Explore the wildwood and uncover the origins of famous--and not so famous--cryptids, ghosts, goblins, and other supernatural creatures and phenomena.
For the intrepidly curious comes an essential guide to the cultural origins behind some of your favorite urban legends, superstitions, and ghost stories. Dare to step into the wildwood and traverse the world's folklore from the comfort of your own home!
Sarah J H Powell, author and spooky thrillseeker behind the podcast The Whispering Woods, curates a collection of twenty-one creepy creatures, ghastly ghosts, and paranormal phenomena, including:
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"A captivating collection of terrifying encounters with the supernatural."
" - Horror Fuel
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"Hauntingly illustrated throughout, Tales from the Whispering Woods will prove a fascinating read and compelling read for those with an interest in the supernatural, the metaphysical, the paranormal, and the unexplained."
" - Midwest Book Review
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For the intrepidly curious comes an essential guide to the cultural origins behind some of your favorite urban legends, superstitions, and ghost stories. Dare to step into the wildwood and traverse the world's folklore from the comfort of your own home!
Sarah J H Powell, author and spooky thrillseeker behind the podcast The Whispering Woods, curates a collection of twenty-one creepy creatures, ghastly ghosts, and paranormal phenomena, including:
- The Wild Hunt: A group of ghostly or supernatural beings in search of souls to chase and steal away, variations are found throughout European folklore. It is said witnessing a Wild Hunt is an omen of disaster.
- El Silbón: A legendary figure in the countries of Colombia and Venezuela and known for his eerie whistle. Why is it that whistling at night is such a taboo?
- The Baubas: An example in a long line of creepy bogeymen intended to scare children into correcting their bad behavior.
- Werewolves: These creatures appear everywhere, from ancient Mesopotomia to Viking-era Scandinavia.
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"A captivating collection of terrifying encounters with the supernatural."
" - Horror Fuel
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"Hauntingly illustrated throughout, Tales from the Whispering Woods will prove a fascinating read and compelling read for those with an interest in the supernatural, the metaphysical, the paranormal, and the unexplained."
" - Midwest Book Review
Формат: Скан PDf
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