About the author
Brenda L. Williams is the author of two History Press titles on Virginia hauntings. Haunted Roanoke (2013) collects ghost stories and reportedly haunted sites tied to Roanoke, described in the book as one of the most haunted cities in the state. Ghosts of Virginia's Tidewater (2011) turns to the swamps and colonial-era mansions of the Tidewater region, including a tale involving the widow of Confederate president Jefferson Davis. Both books follow History Press's regional ghost-lore format, combining local history with collected accounts of hauntings tied to specific towns, buildings, and historical figures. They are aimed at readers interested in Virginia history read through the lens of local ghost stories, in the same vein as other entries in the same publisher's series.
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“Williams delivers a meticulously gathered collection that effectively bridges local lore with historical context, offering a compelling look at the unseen residents of Virginia's Tidewater. The narrative flows well for casual…”
Esoterica Books editorial team, Occult literature desk · on Ghosts of Virginia's Tidewater Williams, Brenda L
“Williams delivers a compelling catalog of Roanoke’s ghostly encounters, effectively mapping the unseen onto the known geography. However, this work is strictly for those drawn to regional folklore and atmospheric mystery. It will…”
Esoterica Books editorial team, Occult literature desk · on Haunted Roanoke Williams, Brenda L
