WhittingtonEgan, Richard
The Master Ghost Hunter: A Life of Elliott O'Donnell
- ISBN 13:
- 9781911273172
- author:
- WhittingtonEgan, Richard
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Mango Books
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2019
- Pages:
- 362
- Dimensions:
- 23.4 x 15.6 x 1.9 centimeters (0
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, True Crime, General,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
Elliott O'Donnell was a man of many faces, but his most enduring image was that of a dapper ghost hunter. With his gold-rimmed pince-nez, scarlet-lined cloak, and silver-knobbed cane, he was a figure of fascination and fear. His life spanned 93 years, during which he encountered some of the most notorious and inexplicable cases of paranormal activity in history. From the streets of Victorian London to the haunted forests of America, O'Donnell tracked down phantoms and hauntings with a mix of determination and curiosity. He investigated the ghost of Jack the Ripper, the savage Irish cook Kate Webster, and many others, each with their own unique story of horror and mystery. This book tells the story of O'Donnell's remarkable life and career as a ghost hunter, a life that was marked by both incredible bravery and unshakeable conviction. Through O'Donnell's eyes, we experience the thrill of the hunt, the terror of the unknown, and the enduring power of the human spirit. A fascinating and unsettling read, this book offers a unique glimpse into a world of ghostly encounters and supernatural horrors.