Lore of the Ghost by Brian Haughton is unusual. It’s also a treasure among cookie-cutter books of “ghost stories.”
This book delves deeply into the roots of the folklore and urban legends… the same tales that are often the foundation of ghost stories we try to investigate.
The book is described as, an “investigation into human belief in the supernatural and its affect on how ghosts are interpreted and recorded.”
Yes, it’s probably best for serious paranormal researchers. Unless you’re a trivia enthusiast, this may not be the book for you.
The author, Brian Haughton, is an archaeologist and a researcher, and his expertise shows. He’s documented the history of stories such as:
- the Wild Hunt
- phantom “white ladies”
- vanishing hitchhikers
- screaming skulls
- phantom vehicles and haunted roads
His research is thrilling if you’re a history buff.
For example, he not only translates the often-misunderstood terms “doppelganger” as doublewalker or doublegoer, he also tells the story of when Queen Elizabeth I’s doppelganger was seen in her castle home.
For paranormal trivia buffs, this book is pure gold. In fact, if you consider yourself a “ghost hunting geek,” I think this book is a must-read.
However, if you’re looking for ghost stories or something fun & entertaining, this book may not be what you want.
Rating: 
… but only if you’re really geeky about ghost trivia and research.
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