The Big Book of Pennsylvania Ghost Stories


Book Description

Hauntings lurk and spirits linger in the Keystone State Reader, beware! Turn these pages and enter the world of the paranormal, where ghosts and ghouls alike creep just out of sight. Authors Mark Nesbitt and Patty A. Wilson shine a light in the dark corners of Pennsylvania and scare those spirits out of hiding in this thrilling collection. From apparitions of fires and soldiers struggling in the cold at Valley Forge, to ghostly children stalking dormitories at Gettysburg College, these stories of strange occurrences are sure to send a chill up your spine. Around the campfire or tucked away on a dark and stormy night, this big book of ghost stories is a hauntingly good read.




A Treasury of Pennsylvania Tales


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Unusual, interesting and little known stories of the state of Pennsylvania. "Pennsylvania Tales" is aimed at the target of familiarity-plus-novelty. These suspense-packed stories constitute "history for the ordinary person," and a few include really great traditions passed orally from generation to generation.




A Treasury of Bedtime Stories


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Racehorse Publishing’s Quintessential Children’s Classics series is a collection of timeless children’s literature. Handsomely packaged and affordable, this new series aims to revitalize these enchanting works, and continue the tradition of sharing them with the next generation of readers. The perfect ending to a perfect day is a story. This book provides unforgettable classics for parents to tuck their children in: “Three Little Bears,” “Hansel and Gretel,” “Jack and the Beanstalk.” You can continue this wonderful tradition with your child with A Treasury of a Bedtime Stories. Featuring over thirty of these timeless tales, A Treasury of Bedtime Stories is an essential in any parent’s bedtime repertoire. This edition also include over fifty black-and-white and color illustrations, only adding to the wonder and excitement that awaits within these stories. Good or bad, Night owl or early bird, every kid needs a good story before bed—and you can’t do much better than these classics. Also, you get to revisit those stories you loved so much when you were a child. So pick up A Treasury of Bedtime Stories and share these incredible tales together—just before dozing off into dreamland.




Treasury of Magical Tales From Around the World


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A flower-spouting princess, gobbling prince, emerald-winged fairy, foolish giants, fearsome ogres, and talking frog and fish are just a few of the captivating characters found in this anthology of beloved stories from 29 places around the world, from the Arctic to Africa to Asia to Australia to Europe to the Americas.




Treasury of Classic Stories


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This collection of timeless tales is the perfect way to introduce 6 of the best-loved stories ever. Retold specially for children and brought to life with stunning illustrations, the whole family will want to share these classics together again and again.




It Happened in Pennsylvania


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This guide is a collection of thirty fascinating events that helped make Pennsylvania what it is today. From the witches of PA to the Expedition that changed the world, authors Fran Capo and Scott Bruce write with a comedic yet dramatic flair and an easy to read style that will entertain readers as they learn more about the colorful, and sometimes wacky history of Pennsylvania.




Backroads & Byways of Pennsylvania: Drives, Day Trips & Weekend Excursions (Second Edition)


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From Philadelphia to Pittsburgh and everywhere in between—take to the road and discover the Keystone State’s most iconic drives. In this updated edition of Backroads & Byways of Pennsylvania, David Langlieb takes readers down country roads, through lush farmland vistas, and into bustling cities and small towns. Pennsylvania’s rich history, cultural narratives, and natural beauty make for great themed driving tours. Trace the state’s Civil War stories, peek into the world of the Amish, or simply absorb the breathtaking views of the Pocono Mountains. And discover unique sites along the way: • Explore the shores of Lake Erie in Presque Isle State Park. • Enjoy picturesque Delaware River views along River Road in Bucks County. • Experience must-see concert venues like SteelStacks in Bethlehem. Whether in the east, west, or central valley, readers will find the perfect drive to suit their interests, along with helpful maps and beautiful color photography.




Treehouse Tales


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Three chapters relate the experiences and adventures of three 1880s Pennsylvania farm children in their family tree house, which serves as a refuge, a source of adventure, a lookout post, and a frightening dragon's lair.




American Folktales: From the Collections of the Library of Congress


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This two-volume collection of folktales represents some of the finest examples of American oral tradition. Drawn from the largest archive of American folk culture, the American Folklife Center at the Library of Congress, this set comprises magic tales, legends, jokes, tall tales and personal narratives, many of which have never been transcribed before, much less published, in a sweeping survey. Eminent folklorist and award-winning author Carl Lindahl selected and transcribed over 200 recording sessions - many from the 1920s and 1930s - that span the 20th century, including recent material drawn from the September 11 Project. Included in this varied collection are over 200 tales organized in chapters by storyteller, tale type or region, and representing diverse American cultures, from Appalachia and the Midwest to Native American and Latino traditions. Each chapter begins by discussing the storytellers and their oral traditions before presenting and introducing each tale, making this collection accessible to high school students, general readers or scholars.




Backroads & Byways of Pennsylvania: Drives, Day Trips & Weekend Excursions (First Edition) (Backroads & Byways)


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With natives as your guides, this series leads you down the road less traveled. Pack a lunch and take off on any of these 17 drives into all corners of PA. Visit the beaches of Lake Erie or the banks of the Delaware, the Endless Mountains of the northern tier or the Amish farms of Lancaster County. Explore old mining villages, lumber towns, battlefields, college campuses, and so much more. Each trip covers history and trivia, recreation, shopping, and what to see and do along the way. About the series: Whether you need to get away for a weekend or longer, want to explore your home state or make plans for free time in an area you don’t know well, take to the road with a Backroads & Byways book. You’ll discover the most interesting places to visit on and off the beaten path. Destinations will appeal to foodies, history buffs, families with kids, couples, adventurers, hikers, bikers—in short, everyone. With itineraries appropriate for visits of differing durations and in different seasons, tips for comfortable accommodations, great food, and good shopping too, look to Backroads & Byways for the most interesting and diverse short trips available.