{"product_id":"haints-of-the-hills-9781949467154","title":"Haints of the Hills","description":"\u003ch2\u003eHaints of the Hills: Haunted Tales from Western North Carolina\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHaints of the Hills\u003c\/em\u003e presents 27 haunted tales from the mountainous western region of North Carolina. This collection captures the supernatural folklore and ghost stories that have shaped Appalachian culture for generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Inside This Collection\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis book documents ghost stories, haunted locations, and unexplained phenomena specific to North Carolina's mountain communities. Each of the 27 tales explores different aspects of the region's supernatural heritage, from historic hauntings to local legends passed down through generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Author: Daniel Barefoot\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDaniel Barefoot brings unique credentials to this work as a former North Carolina Assembly member, historian, folklorist, and magician. His background provides an informed perspective on the state's supernatural history and cultural traditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBarefoot has authored twelve books exploring Southern folklore and history, including \u003cem\u003eHaunted Halls of Ivy: Ghosts of Southern Colleges and Universities\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eHark the Sound of Tar Heel Voices\u003c\/em\u003e, and \u003cem\u003eSpirits of '76\u003c\/em\u003e. From 1998 to 2002, he served three terms in the North Carolina House of Representatives, representing the 44th district, and has worked as city attorney for Lincolnton, NC.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs a frequent speaker to cultural, civic, and church groups throughout the Southeast, Barefoot shares his expertise on regional folklore and supernatural history with diverse audiences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho This Book Is For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis collection appeals to readers interested in Appalachian folklore, regional history, ghost hunting, and paranormal investigation. It serves as both entertainment and a cultural document of Western North Carolina's supernatural traditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe paperback format makes it an accessible gift for history enthusiasts, folklore collectors, and anyone fascinated by North Carolina's haunted heritage. It works equally well as a Halloween read, tourist souvenir, or addition to a regional history collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRegional Significance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWestern North Carolina's mountains have long been home to rich storytelling traditions. \u003cem\u003eHaints of the Hills\u003c\/em\u003e preserves these narratives, documenting the supernatural tales that reflect the region's unique cultural identity and historical experiences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDaniel Barefoot, former member of the North Carolina Assembly, historian, folklorist, and magician, is the perfect guide to the diverse supernatural history of the state. He is the author of twelve books, including \u003cem\u003eHaunted Halls of Ivy: Ghosts of Southern Colleges and Universities\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eHark the Sound of Tar Heel Voices\u003c\/em\u003e, and \u003cem\u003eSpirits of '76\u003c\/em\u003e. From 1998 until 2002, Barefoot served three terms in the North Carolina House of Representatives, representing the 44th district. He has served as the city attorney for Lincolnton, NC. He is a frequent speaker to cultural, civic, and church groups throughout the Southeast.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Blair","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50493314924818,"sku":"9781949467154","price":10.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_90e1df94-5d84-4ccd-a61f-3850f834741a.jpg?v=1730643222","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/haints-of-the-hills-9781949467154","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}