Tragedy at Devil's Hollow: And Other Kentucky Ghost Stories

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Summary: Excellent!
Review: I love this complilation of Ghost Stories/Unexplained from around Kentucky. It really makes me want to get out and explore the areas around me now. It broke my heart to hear that Mr. Henson passed away in 96 (found out in "More Kentucky Ghosts"...another excellent read). When reading his first book I kept thinking that he lived in Kentucky with me and that I'd like to meet him someday. Now I see that won't be happening.......well maybe......you never know!

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Summary: My Favorite Book. Ever.
Review: I read this book quite a while ago, and, god, it's great. There's just something about it. The stories are all supposedly true (i don't doubt it) and have a chilling feel about them. A very very good read. Probably best to read around fall, as the stories all...i dunno..."feel" like fall or october. What i mean is, none of the stories are about mass murderers with hooks for hands.but because of this, they're all the more unsettling.

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Summary: GHOSTS IN KENTUCKY
Review: Michael Paul Henson was a legend among folklorists, and "Tragedy at Devil's Hollow" will ensure him a lasting place in Kentucky's libraries for generations to come. I originally bought this as a Christmas present for my Grandfather when it was first published in '84, and recently bought a new edition for myself and don't regret a penny. Henson's preface and introduction set just the right tone, and the stories themselves--all based in fact--are enlightening and entertaining. Divided into two sections, "Ghost Stories" and "Unexplained Phenomena," the tales range from the mildly creepy to inspirational or awe-inspiring to downright terrifying. The title story, "Tragedy at Devil's Hollow," is the most memorable, but there's not a dud in the whole book. If you are a Kentucky historian, a student of folklore, or somebody who just loves a good scary story, this book is a must-read.

Rating:
Summary: GHOSTS IN KENTUCKY
Review: Michael Paul Henson was a legend among folklorists, and "Tragedy at Devil's Hollow" will ensure him a lasting place in Kentucky's libraries for generations to come. I originally bought this as a Christmas present for my Grandfather when it was first published in '84, and recently bought a new edition for myself and don't regret a penny. Henson's preface and introduction set just the right tone, and the stories themselves--all based in fact--are enlightening and entertaining. Divided into two sections, "Ghost Stories" and "Unexplained Phenomena," the tales range from the mildly creepy to inspirational or awe-inspiring to downright terrifying. The title story, "Tragedy at Devil's Hollow," is the most memorable, but there's not a dud in the whole book. If you are a Kentucky historian, a student of folklore, or somebody who just loves a good scary story, this book is a must-read.

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Summary: GREAT BOOK, GREAT STORIES
Review: THE AUTHOR HAS RESEARCHED THESE TALES OUT PERSONALLY, I MYSELF AM A GHOST HUNTER AND THAT IS THE ONLY WAY TO VALIDATE A "GHOST STORY", OTHERWISE THERE IS NO WAY TO BACK UP THE ORIGINAL TELLERS STORY. VERY WELL RESEARCHED. ONCE YOU PICK IT UP IT'S HARD TO PUT DOWN. I ACTUALLY READ THIS IN RECORD TIME, AND PASSED IT ON TO A FELLOW GHOST HUNTER WHO FEELS THE SAME WAY I DO ABOUT IT. FABULOUS.

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Summary: The best ghost story book I've read.
Review: This book is excellent. Michael Paul Henson is an excellent writer and investigator of the supernatural. The stories are very interesting but they have also been thoroughly investigated by the author. I couldn't put it down