The encyclopedia of ghosts and spirits
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The encyclopedia of ghosts and spirits
Checkmarks Books, c2000
2nd ed
- : hard
- : pbk.
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Graduate School of Asian and African Area Studies, Kyoto Universityアフリカ専攻
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Includes bibliographical references and index
Description and Table of Contents
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: hard ISBN 9780816040858
Description
More than 500 A-to-Z entries examine famous hauntings, historical figures and events, and the myths and legends surrounding ghosts and spirits in different cultures. The second edition features recent break-throughs and incidents, new information about important myths, and the increase in scientifically conducted studies; new and updated entries on prominent people in the field; new entries on Japanese ghosts, ghost lore, and ghost history; and expanded international coverage. Entries include: -- Gremlins: Small, pesky spirits that first appeared in British military aircraft during World War II -- Poltergeists: The repressed emotions of adolescents may somehow activate these paranormal forces -- Ghostbusters: The real-life researchers into the paranormal and their investigative techniques.
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: pbk. ISBN 9780816040865
Description
Featuring more than 500 A-to-Z entries, The Encyclopedia of Ghosts and Spirits is a mesmerizing compendium of worldwide paranormal activity. With explanations of strange phenomena from both folklore and modern scientific research, it examines famous hauntings, historical figures and events, and myths and legends surrounding ghosts and spirits in different cultures. This edition covers recent breakthroughs and incidences, new information about important myths, and current research into ghosts and other paranormal occurrences.
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