The classic work of Nova Scotia folklore, available in an attractive new edition.

Ghosts guarding buried treasure, phantom ships, haunted houses, and supernatural warnings of death—these are just some of the strange and mysterious phenomena that you will encounter in Bluenose Ghosts. These unexplained mysteries are all the more chilling because they are based on personal experiences of ordinary people, told to Helen Creighton, one of Canada's most respected and renowned folklorists, over a period of thirty years. So when the moon is full and the wind is howling, be prepared to be spooked by apparitions and things that go bump in the night. Bluenose Ghosts was an instant hit when it was first published in 1957 and has remained in print ever since.

This new edition of Bluenose Ghosts features a revised foreword from Nova Scotia writer Clary Croft that explores Creighton's enduring influence on the province's folklore, as well as a striking new cover that pays homage to the work as an Atlantic classic.

Helen Creighton (1899-1989) was one of Canada's most respected and renowned folklorists. She received numerous awards for her achievements, including six honorary doctorates and the Queen's Medal, and she was also made a member of the Order of Canada in 1976. Helen authored thirteen books, including Bluenose Magic and A Life in Folklore.

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