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Starting in Medieval times (the period in history, not the restaurant) and continuing on through present day, Owen Davies explores how the belief in ghosts has shaped history in The Haunted: A Social History of Ghosts. From scandal to war, from entertainment to religion: the belief in ghosts and been an explanation, excuse, and a source of fear which has shaped the actions of many. By examining the beliefs of generations and cultures, Davies attempts to explain some of our modern day superstitions and convictions.
It is interesting to think about all of my favorite sources of entertainment and their inclusion of ghosts. Doom metal. Ghostbusters. One could argue Six Feet Under.
My favorite ghost of all time? As seen below, The ghost of Stephen Foster.