Book Description
Scary stories in every culture, here are some of the best.
Author : Joan Axelrod-Contrada
Publisher : Capstone
Page : 33 pages
File Size : 10,7 MB
Release : 2010-07
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1429645741
Scary stories in every culture, here are some of the best.
Author : Robert Westall
Publisher : Pan Macmillan
Page : 266 pages
File Size : 15,87 MB
Release : 2007
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9780753415283
Guaranteed to thrill and chill, this spine-tingling collection of 22 spooky stories includes contributions by Franz Kafka, Charles Dickens, Guy de Maupassant, and many other well-known writers.
Author : Craig Boutland
Publisher : Lerner Publications ™
Page : 32 pages
File Size : 39,64 MB
Release : 2019-08-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1541571215
Examine the evidence that makes the case for the existence of ghosts, from historical records to popular theories. High-interest subject matter and eerie images will keep readers engaged until the final page.
Author : R. Westall
Publisher : Turtleback Books
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 37,30 MB
Release : 2007-07
Category :
ISBN : 9781417791293
For use in schools and libraries only. An illustrated collection of scary stories from acclaimed authors including Ray Bradbury, Franz Kafka, and Robert Westall.
Author : Monika Davies
Publisher : Bellwether Media
Page : 24 pages
File Size : 43,53 MB
Release : 2021-08-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1648344453
Have you ever heard of the Aleya? These mysterious lights shine through the swamps of Bengal, India. Could they be ghosts? The Aleya are one of three ghost stories of Asia highlighted in this chilling title. Through engaging text and creepy images, readers will come face-to-face with ghostly spirits from around the continent. Maps show where each story is from, while other features highlight similar stories and possible explanations.
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Publisher : Sourcebooks, Inc.
Page : 193 pages
File Size : 17,14 MB
Release : 2024-08-20
Category : Fiction
ISBN :
Experience 13 harrowing tales of the mysterious and the macabre! Gather 'round for ominous tales of the paranormal that'll have you looking over your shoulder to make sure you're actually alone. This curated collection of hair-raising scary stories from across the world will thrill and ensnare. Read them with the lights off—if you dare. Eerie artwork — This artfully illustrated anthology is sprinkled with sinister black-and-white sketches that will haunt your dreams long after you've put it down. Ghosts around the globe — Find stories that include the jikininki from Japan, supernatural specters from Ireland, the ominous silence in Russia, and other classic horror stories. Spine-chilling stories — These creepy tales feature stories from the 19th and 20th centuries like The Yellow Wallpaper and Lost Hearts that will leave horror fans wanting more. Curl up and get spooked with this haunting ghost stories book.
Author : Marianne Carus
Publisher : Turtleback Books
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 17,49 MB
Release : 2002-09
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9780613720250
Thirteen scary stories from around the world. [An] absorbing collection of ghoulish, accessible tales.--Booklist
Author : Paige V. Polinsky
Publisher : Bellwether Media
Page : 24 pages
File Size : 17,68 MB
Release : 2021-08-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1648344488
In South Carolina, a man dressed in grey walks along the beach. Is it someone going for a stroll? Or could it be a ghostly omen that warns residents of an oncoming storm? In this title, reluctant readers will explore ghost stories of North America. Creepy images and engaging text pull readers in, and additional special features connect stories to different cultures, highlight scientific explanations, and show the origins of these frightening fables.
Author : Sue L. Hamilton
Publisher : ABDO
Page : 51 pages
File Size : 27,4 MB
Release : 2021-08-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1098215176
This title introduces you to one of the world's most popular legendary monsters. Your readers will learn about the real-life history surrounding ghosts and see how the creatures are reflected in different cultures. Features include a table of contents, glossary, and index. Plus, an Xtreme Challenge page with content questions help readers process and build upon their ghost knowledge. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. A&D Xtreme is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
Author : Nicole E. Rodriguez Mata
Publisher : Bellwether Media
Page : 24 pages
File Size : 40,19 MB
Release : 2021-08-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1648344496
Venezuela may be home to a whistling ghost! El Sibón wanders the country, gathering bones for his collection. If you hear his whistle, run away! This is one of three creepy ghost stories introduced in this book about the haunted tales of South America. Additional features show off the origin of each story, introduce a possible explanation, and highlight another similar story from another part of the world.