Atlas of Paranormal Places

I discovered Evelyn Hollow through the Uncanny podcast hosted by Danny Robins, who also wrote a great introduction for this book. I find her to be a measured and knowledgeable paranormal researcher. I am personally a hopeful sceptic, and when I saw Evelyn had written a book I knew I would enjoy it, and so will you.

‘Atlas of Paranormal Places' is a must-read for fans of Evelyn and the podcast. This book isn't just a bunch of rehashed ghost stories; it takes you on a fascinating journey through history, cultural beliefs, and the strange happenings that have intrigued people for ages.

The book is organized really well, making it easy to explore the different places and tales. Each page features stunning photos that capture the eerie vibe of these locations. From the moving coffins in the Chase Vault to the Winchester House (a personal fave), every story is interesting and well-researched.

Evelyn Hollow writes in a way that draws you in and feels warm, taking into account both sceptics and believers. She looks into the history and legends of each place, discussing what might be made up and what could have natural explanations. Whether you believe in the paranormal or are simply curious about the stories that have influenced cultures globally, this book is definitely worth your time.

I highly recommend ‘Atlas of Paranormal Places' to anyone who loves the supernatural, history, and beautifully told stories.

My review is for the hardback cover book that has a purple cover.
I just started reading this book, for a hardcover book it has very tiny text, which makes reading book annoying.
It's awkward to hold the book and read the tiny text, but I appreciate that this book has images included of the haunted locations mentioned.
I hate how non-believers act like they are expert about the paranormal when they don't believe in the paranormal & don't fully understand it or they have zero knowledge of ancient civilizations and their spiritual beliefs, practices & various types of religions, types of witchcraft that have existed for centuries.
At least do in-depth research before you judge any culture, or any spiritual beliefs, religions when your ignorant and judgemental of what you don't understand or have knowledge about.

  This book is AMAZING! Capital letters and an awful load of exclamation marks AMAZING! It is a terrific, invaluable addition to the library of any paranormal/folklore aficionado, written in beautiful language that is neither simplistic nor verbose and allows Evelyn Hollow's knowledge and love for the Paranormal to shine through. It is enriched with maps and absolutely stunning photos of the places described in a concept that hasn't been done with such precision and in such detail.
The marvelous volume is divided into six parts and this is just a handful of the plethora of places and legends contained in it.
Haunted Places: This entire section is perfection! Charleville Castle in County Offaly, Ireland, a castle full of secrets and strange interactions, where Freemasons and Celtic lore meet. The Catacombs of Paris. The Chase Vault with the moving coffins of their barbaric inhabitants in Oistins in Barbados. The Borgvattnet vicarage in northern Sweden has proven an unbeatable foe for more than a dozen priests. Poveglia Island in Venice, once inhabited by victims of the bubonic plague, the Winchester Mystery House in California with its blind windows and staircases that lead nowhere.
Witchcraft: El Mercado de las Brujas in Bolivia, a market ideal for those who believe in witchcraft and such nonsense (but enticing nonetheless...), Rose Hall in Jamaica, a land scourged by the terrible actions of slave owners, Catemaco in Mexico where Santa Muerte, curanderos, Santeria, and the whole Satanic lot of it exploit the ones without faith. Pendle Hill in Lancashire, the spot of the infamous witch trials and one of the most tragic places in Europe.
Sacred Sites: Discover an exquisitely built city of the dead in La Recoleta Cemetery in Buenos Aires, take in the silence of Luxor and its ancient secrets.
Myths and Legends: Learn the true history of Elizabeth Bathory in Slovakia, shiver at the descriptions of the Satanic acts in the Campanillas district in the paradise of Malaga, discover the myths of wizards in Haddington in Scotland, listen to the voices of the ghosts (100 of them!) that reside in Dragsholm Castle in Denmark and the spirits that haunt the Han river in Seoul.
Strange Nature: Iceland is the land of ice and fire and within its soil, angry ghosts are said to reside. Who hasn't heard of the tragedy enclosed in Aokigahara Forest in Japan and who hasn't read of Skinwalker Ranch and its endless UFO theories?
Cryptids and Creatures: The writer provides a superbly written chronicle of the origins of the Vampire with the chance of Slaghtaverty Dolmen and its strange dwarf in Ireland. In Shanghai, the opulent life of two brothers led to mystery and tragedy. In Ukraine, in Donbas, the protectors of the mines can be either benevolent spirits or female demons and in Bhutan, this magnificent land of mystery, the mists hide dragons.
100 parts of our planet full of legends, myths, strange phenomena and deeply humane stories are waiting for you to discover them. From Britain to New Zealand, from Ukraine to Chile, from the USA to Bhutan, this is paranormal Earth as you've never experienced it.
Many thanks to Ivy Press and NetGalley for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.
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