The World of Ghosts and the Supernatural

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Summary: Interesting look at the mysteries among us..
Review: I bought this book a few years ago, discarded under a pile of obscure books and listed at 75% off. However, if I had been deterred by the obvious misuse of this hard cover encyclopedia of the supernatural, I would never have gotten the chance to read and reread it the scores of times I have, nor would I have become so deeply interested in the fascinating world of the Occult.

Cavendish has collected a marvelous number of stories and unexplained incidences that have continued to haunt our rational existence. Accompanied with vivid pictures and organized by continent and country, 'The World Of Ghosts and the Supernatural' is both a lovely and occassionally frightening read.

However, sometimes the lack of elaboration on some of the subject matter left me a little unsatiated. Cavendish, whilst stopping his book from being as thick as a phone book, and perhaps containing too much useless, boring information, has only allowed 2 pages per subject. This, along with the large pictures and subtitles, make the book a little sparse on detailed information.

So, while it is fascinating to read, it is really more of an introduction into these perplexing world mysteries, then an extensive voice on the subjects therein.