About the author
Cody Polston writes regional ghost-lore books centered on the American Southwest, drawing on his work as founder of the Southwest Ghost Hunter's Association. His History Press titles Haunted Albuquerque and Haunted Tombstone gather reputed hauntings and supernatural history tied to specific towns, from Albuquerque's growth after the railroad's arrival in 1880 to Tombstone's Old West notoriety in Arizona. Ghosts of Old Town Albuquerque focuses on the plaza founded in 1706 by Governor Francisco Cuervo y Valdez, tracing its layered Spanish, Mexican, and Native history alongside the ghost stories attached to it. The books are built from field investigation and local history rather than general spiritual instruction, and are aimed at readers interested in regional hauntings, dark tourism, and the history behind well-known Southwestern landmarks.
📖 Where to start with Cody Polston
💬 What our editors say about Cody Polston's books
“Polston offers a compelling, albeit niche, exploration of Albuquerque’s spectral history, effectively linking ghost stories to significant historical shifts like the railroad era. The book succeeds in making local hauntings feel…”
Esoterica Books editorial team, Occult literature desk · on Haunted Albuquerque Polston, Cody
“Polston delivers a meticulously researched exploration that successfully intertwines factual history with paranormal narratives, appealing strongly to fans of regional ghost lore. However, this book does not suit readers seeking…”
Esoterica Books editorial team, Occult literature desk · on Haunted Tombstone Polston, Cody
“While Polston offers a compelling overview of Old Town’s haunted reputation, this volume is strictly for enthusiasts of regional folklore and casual paranormal curiosity. It will not suit readers seeking rigorous academic…”
Esoterica Books editorial team, Occult literature desk · on Ghosts of Old Town Albuquerque
📋 Editions by Cody Polston in the catalog
| Edition | Year | Publisher | Pages | ISBN |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Haunted Albuquerque Polston, Cody | 2021 | History Press | 128 | 9781467149785 |
| Haunted Tombstone Polston, Cody | 2018 | History Press | 128 | 9781467139717 |
| Ghosts of Old Town Albuquerque | 2012 | History Press Library Edit | 130 | 9781540207173 |
| Ghosts of Old Town Albuquerque Polston, Cody | 2012 | History Press | 128 | 9781609496623 |