Ghosts of Athens: History and Haunting of Athens, Georgia (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781537498799)

Ghosts of Athens blends the historical with the haunted for more than thirty locations in the Classic City. First, the history of each location unfolds, then details are disclosed of creepy events that occurred there, including contemporary anecdotes, historical folklore, and tales told from one generation to the next. From humorous to heartwarming to hard-to-believe, these spooky tales are more than just Halloween fun. Join an excursion through the vibrant history of this colorful Southern town and meet the residents who can't seem to say goodbye. Join author and long-time Athens, Georgia resident Tracy Adkins on this tour of haunted locations in this Classic City. Stories include:

• Demosthenian Hall
• The Wedding Cake House
• Lustrat House
• Candler Hall
• The Stairway to Nowhere
• Waddel Hall
• The Morton Theatre
• The T.R.R.Cobb House
• The Foundry (Graduate Hotel)
• Fire Hall Number One
• The Ware-Lyndon House
• The Taylor-Grady House
• Memorial Park
• Old Athens Cemetery
• Oconee Hill Cemetery
• Arnocroft
• Bernstein Funeral Home
• Athens Ben Epps Airport
• Eagle Tavern
• And more...


Author: Tracy L. Adkins
ISBN-10: 1537498797
ISBN-13: 9781537498799
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Language: English
Published: 09/20/2016
Pages: 286
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.85lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.60d