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Ice Ghosts weaves together the epic story of the Lost Franklin Expedition of 1845 - whose two ships and crew of 129 were lost to the Arctic ice - with the modern tale of the scientists, divers, and local Inuit behind the incredible discovery of the flagship's wreck in 2014. Paul Watson, a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist who was on the icebreaker that led the discovery expedition, tells a fast-paced historical adventure story: Sir John Franklin and the crew of the HMS Erebus and Terror setting off in search of the fabled Northwest Passage.

There are few things more in common across cultures than the belief in ghosts. Ghosts inhabit something of the very essence of what it is to be human. Whether we personally 'believe' or not, we are all aware of ghosts and the rich mythologies and rituals surrounding them. They have inspired, fascinated and frightened us for centuries - yet most of us are only familiar with the vengeful apparitions of Shakespeare, or the ghastly spectres haunting the pages of 19th-century Gothic literature. But their origins are much, much older.

Ivory's Ghosts is the first comprehensive, contemporary look at the world's most treasured organic material, ivory. Using a wide range of historical and firsthand reportage, John Frederick Walker tells the astonishing and sometimes savage story of ivory's enormous impact on both human history and that of its most important source: the majestic African elephant.

Reveals evidence of advanced ancient technology, anomalous ancient maps, time travel, crystal science, ancient Armageddon, and Atlantis in the Bible Explores the true age of the Sphinx, the Stone Age high-tech found at Gobekli Tepe, the truth of Rapa Nui (Easter Island), the Zep Tepi...

Brought to you by Penguin. Coffee is one of the most valuable commodities in the history of the global economy and the world's most popular drug. The very word 'coffee' is one of the most widespread on the planet. Augustine Sedgewick's brilliant new history tells the hidden and surprising story...

True ghost stories since 1997. Castle of Spirits is the internet’s original haunted archive and a weekly paranormal podcast featuring true ghost stories and real, listener-submitted paranormal encounters. Hosted by Vince and Jane Font (The Ghostkeepers), the show explores real-life hauntings, unexplained phenomena, folklore, and other chilling mysteries with smart, often wry discussion. If Radio Rental and Spooked! had a weird ghost baby, this would be it.

Kwasi Kwarteng is the child of parents whose lives were shaped as subjects of the British Empire, first in their native Ghana, then as British immigrants. He brings a unique perspective and impeccable academic credentials to a narrative history of the British Empire, one that avoids sweeping judgmental condemnation and instead sees the Empire for what it was: a series of local fiefdoms administered in varying degrees of competence or brutality by a cast of characters as outsized and eccentric as anything conjured by Gilbert and Sullivan.

Griffin Rowe ventures into America's abandoned settlements to uncover what crumbling banks, silent mines, and empty opera houses reveal about ambition, extraction, and collapse. Each episode examines how ghost towns serve as physical records of boom-and-bust cycles that still shape communities today. For more content like this, visit QuietPlease.ai This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI.

Felix Mercer explores America's abandoned towns—mining camps, disaster zones, and foreclosed subdivisions—uncovering how optimism, extraction, and speculation built communities that vanished when resources depleted or dreams collapsed. Each episode reveals patterns we repeat across generations. For more content like this, visit QuietPlease.aiThis show includes AI-generated content.

Step into the shadows of the past with Ghosts In The Fog, the ultimate storytelling podcast for true crime addicts seeking the cases history forgot. From Victorian era crimes to obscure historical mysteries, we exhume untold stories and forgotten cold cases you’ve never heard of. Immerse yourself in vintage crime, dark history, and the macabre secrets of a bygone era.

Immerse yourself in a chilling collection of ghostly tales and spine-tingling horror stories that will haunt your imagination. From eerie encounters to unsettling legends, each episode brings you closer to the unknown and will leave you questioning what lurks in the shadows.

In the wake of World War I, Tweedale published this captivating collection of 34 true testimonials that delve into her extraordinary psychic experiences. From haunted houses to ghostly encounters, she offers a glimpse into the unseen world that often eludes our senses. With her deep convictions about the reality of these phenomena, Tweedale explores the possible explanations behind them and reflects on the chaotic world we inhabit. A Scottish author, poet, and member of the Theosophical Society, Tweedale was a prolific writer, crafting over 30 books on spiritual themes, often infused with ...

Join Englishman Valentine Blount on his adventurous quest for fortune in Australia. Alongside his rugged guide, John Carter, affectionately known as Little River Jack, Valentine stumbles upon an eerie abandoned camp. What secrets lie within its desolate remnants? Who once called this camp home, and why did they vanish? Dive into this intriguing tale of mystery and exploration, narrated by Lynne Thompson.

Dive into The Book of Dreams and Ghosts by Andrew Lang, a captivating exploration of ghostly tales and mystical phenomena. This unique work transcends mere storytelling, offering an anthropological lens on the enchanting narratives that fall under the realm of Psychical Research, a term popular during Langs lifetime. Through fourteen chapters and 79 captivating stories, along with two insightful prefaces, Langs engaging prose and literary flair will keep you spellbound as he shares these bewitching accounts of the otherworldly. - Summary by Aiden Javurek Humig

Uncover the fascinating story behind the illusion known as Peppers Ghost in this captivating work. This ingenious technique uses a sheet of glass and strategic lighting to project an actor onto the stage, creating the illusion of a ghostly apparition that interacts with live performers. Audiences were left in awe, often returning to the theater multiple times in an attempt to decipher the illusions secrets. Join us as we delve into this enchanting blend of theater and magic, narrated by Anthony Karl Futterer.

Traces the course of Atlantean civilization through its three empires, as well as the colonies and outposts formed by its survivors in Egypt, Göbekli Tepe, India, Mesopotamia, the Mediterranean, and North and South America Shows how pyramids and other megalithic monuments testify to the...

For thirty-one years, the RMS Queen Mary sailed the North Atlantic. It helped defeat Hitler and was the ship of choice for the world's rich and famous. Now in retirement in the Port of Long Beach, the "Stateliest Ship Afloat" plays host to tourists, travelers—and more than six hundred spirits that roam her halls and passageways.

True ghost stories; haunted places, haunted people, and the mysteries that surround them. Follow host Stephen Belyeu and his team as they investigate paranormal events and those who are affected by them. Have a personal ghost story or haunted home or business? Share via voicemail at (512) 270-8859 or email thenightowlpodcast@gmail.com

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Dive into a captivating collection of ghost stories featuring Flaxman Low, the pioneering psychic detective of fiction. Originally published in Pearsons Magazine, these tales were crafted by Hesketh Vernon Prichard and his mother under the pseudonyms H. Heron and E. Heron. With a unique twist, Pearson boldly promoted these eerie narratives as real ghost stories, adding an intriguing layer to this collection. Prepare to be both thrilled and chilled! - Summary by Rapunzelina