EspĂ­ritus, fantasmas y mundo sobrenatural (History of Ghosts, Spirits and the Supernatural)

Una historia ilustrada

Author DK
Un escalofriante recorrido por siglos de relatos y creencias paranormales.

Desde nuestros ancestros del Neolítico y la nigromancia hasta las investigaciones más modernas de parapsicología, este libro terrorífico te invita a descubrir leyendas de fantasmas y espiritus del pasado y del presente. Ya seas creyente o escéptico, aprenderás cómo el espiritualismo ha sido representado en el mito, la religión, el folclore, el arte y la literatura de culturas de todo el mundo.


Aquí te contamos que encontrararás en sus páginas…


  • Cuentos sobre casas embrujadas y barcos fantasmales, sesiones de espiritismo, poltergeists y posesiones y encuentros demonĂ­acos.
  • Ilustraciones modernas a todo color e informaciĂłn sobre los objetos mágicos que siempre has querido tener en tus manos, como las cartas del tarot, amuletos, cristales o varitas.
  • Incluye seres fantasmales, vampiros, hombres lobo, hadas, elfos y figuras terrorĂ­ficas como el onryo japonĂ©s o La Llorona de AmĂ©rica.

Con leyendas e historias de miedo como la del castillo de Brissac y el fantasma de la Dama Verde, la desaparición de Amelia Earhart, la leyenda del holandés errante, o el misterio del Cementerio de la Recoleta, esta completa y sobrecogedora obra te ayudará a comprender cada detalle de la conexión que existe entre el ser humano y el más allá. Un libro perfecto para leer durante el mes de Halloween y en el Día de Muertos.


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Discover the spine-chilling history of ghosts and the supernatural worldwide in this illustrated guide in Spanish.


A History of Ghosts, Spirits and the Supernatural charts the extraordinary narrative of one of the most fascinating and controversial subjects in the world, covering everything from Neolithic ancestor worship and ancient necromancy to modern-day ghost-hunting and creepypasta tales and from the Japanese onryo to the La Llorona of Latin America.


This spellbinding volume is the perfect introduction to the subject. It details the numerous ways in which spirits and the spirit world have been depicted in myth and religion, folklore, art, and literature.


In this ghostly novel, you will find:


  • Recounts of infamous tales of haunted houses and ghost ships, sĂ©ances and mediumships, poltergeists, possessions, and demonic encounters.
  • Feature profiles for other ghostly or undead beings, such as vampires and werewolves.
  • There are numerous reasons why ghost stories and tales of the uncanny are a common feature of cultures the world over.
  • A serious but reader-friendly overview of a fascinating and controversial subject that explores the supernatural worldwide and throughout history.

The most holistic history of the subject available, A History of Ghosts, Spirits, and the Supernatural, will shock and delight you in equal measure - whether you are a believer or a skeptic.

We believe in the power of discovery. That's why we create books for everyone that explore ideas and nurture curiosity about the world we live in.
 
From first words to the Big Bang, from the wonders of nature to city adventures, you will find expert knowledge, hours of fun and endless inspiration in the pages of our books. 

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Un escalofriante recorrido por siglos de relatos y creencias paranormales.

Desde nuestros ancestros del Neolítico y la nigromancia hasta las investigaciones más modernas de parapsicología, este libro terrorífico te invita a descubrir leyendas de fantasmas y espiritus del pasado y del presente. Ya seas creyente o escéptico, aprenderás cómo el espiritualismo ha sido representado en el mito, la religión, el folclore, el arte y la literatura de culturas de todo el mundo.


Aquí te contamos que encontrararás en sus páginas…


  • Cuentos sobre casas embrujadas y barcos fantasmales, sesiones de espiritismo, poltergeists y posesiones y encuentros demonĂ­acos.
  • Ilustraciones modernas a todo color e informaciĂłn sobre los objetos mágicos que siempre has querido tener en tus manos, como las cartas del tarot, amuletos, cristales o varitas.
  • Incluye seres fantasmales, vampiros, hombres lobo, hadas, elfos y figuras terrorĂ­ficas como el onryo japonĂ©s o La Llorona de AmĂ©rica.

Con leyendas e historias de miedo como la del castillo de Brissac y el fantasma de la Dama Verde, la desaparición de Amelia Earhart, la leyenda del holandés errante, o el misterio del Cementerio de la Recoleta, esta completa y sobrecogedora obra te ayudará a comprender cada detalle de la conexión que existe entre el ser humano y el más allá. Un libro perfecto para leer durante el mes de Halloween y en el Día de Muertos.


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Discover the spine-chilling history of ghosts and the supernatural worldwide in this illustrated guide in Spanish.


A History of Ghosts, Spirits and the Supernatural charts the extraordinary narrative of one of the most fascinating and controversial subjects in the world, covering everything from Neolithic ancestor worship and ancient necromancy to modern-day ghost-hunting and creepypasta tales and from the Japanese onryo to the La Llorona of Latin America.


This spellbinding volume is the perfect introduction to the subject. It details the numerous ways in which spirits and the spirit world have been depicted in myth and religion, folklore, art, and literature.


In this ghostly novel, you will find:


  • Recounts of infamous tales of haunted houses and ghost ships, sĂ©ances and mediumships, poltergeists, possessions, and demonic encounters.
  • Feature profiles for other ghostly or undead beings, such as vampires and werewolves.
  • There are numerous reasons why ghost stories and tales of the uncanny are a common feature of cultures the world over.
  • A serious but reader-friendly overview of a fascinating and controversial subject that explores the supernatural worldwide and throughout history.

The most holistic history of the subject available, A History of Ghosts, Spirits, and the Supernatural, will shock and delight you in equal measure - whether you are a believer or a skeptic.

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We believe in the power of discovery. That's why we create books for everyone that explore ideas and nurture curiosity about the world we live in.
 
From first words to the Big Bang, from the wonders of nature to city adventures, you will find expert knowledge, hours of fun and endless inspiration in the pages of our books. 

https://www.dk.com/ View titles by DK

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