Haunted Places and Spectral Spaces

Enter if you dare—and embark on an eerie journey through the world’s most mysterious sites.

This stunning volume is a feast for both the eyes and the imagination, inviting curious armchair travelers and the supernaturally inclined to tour a range of spooky settings across the globe. From lesser-known sites such as Slovakia’s Orava Castle and the UK’s Shell Grotto to celebrated favorites across the US and abroad—including Salem’s Witch House, the Tower of London, and Canada’s Fairmont Banff Springs hotel—each stop on the tour offers a glimpse into the history, legends, and enduring mysteries that have earned these places their haunted reputations. Lady Sara Richard’s ghostly illustrations capture the lingering presences of each site’s unique otherworldly inhabitants, giving life to the fascinating accompanying tales. Carefully researched and combining factual documentation, true crime lore, and intimate firsthand encounters with the paranormal, Haunted Places and Spectral Spaces will enthrall true believers in the spiritual realm—and perhaps even convince the skeptics.