Oh: The Little Book of Haunted Edinburgh, Gebunden

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Edinburgh is one of Europe's most atmospheric cities, but beneath its postcard beauty lies a dark history. From the imposing Greyfriars Kirkyard - said to be one of the world's most haunted sites - to the eerie underground vaults beneath South Bridge and the shadowy closes of the Old Town, this book uncovers the chilling tales behind the city's streets and landmarks.

Readers will encounter some of Edinburgh's most notorious stories and figures, including the body snatchers Burke and Hare, tales of witchcraft and execution, and the ghostly presences said to linger in locations such as Mary King's Close and Edinburgh Castle. Haunted pubs and hotels, mysterious alleys and passageways, and centuries-old graveyards all feature in this compelling journey through the city's darker side. Blending history, folklore and local legend, this book combines colourful accounts with evocative quotes from historic and literary figures such as King James VI and Robert Louis Stevenson. Alongside famous locations and well-known tales, it also explores lesser-known stories and strange encounters that bring Edinburgh's supernatural past vividly to life.

Perfect for fans of the paranormal, this compact gift-format title will appear to tourists and locals alike. Rich in atmosphere and intrigue, The Little Book of Haunted Edinburgh offers an entertaining introduction to the city's enduring fascination with ghosts, mystery and the macabre.

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"No one in Scotland can escape from the past. It is everywhere, haunting like a ghost."
Geddes MacGregor

"When a man's soul is certainly in hell, his body will scarce lie quiet in a tomb..." Robert Louis Stevenson, Edinburgh: Picturesque Notes , 1878, writing about George Mackenzie, whose tortured soul is said to haunt Greyfriars Kirkyard.

One of Edinburgh Castle's most famous ghosts is the headless drummer boy, a grisly figure first seen in 1650, rat-tat-tatting his drum as he circled the central courtyard. Soon after, Oliver Cromwell invaded Scotland and captured the castle - and since then, this unsettling apparition has been considered a harbinger of doom.