About the author
Sam Baltrusis is the author of a series of regional ghost-history books focused on New England, published mainly by Globe Pequot and History Press. Titles include Ghosts of the American Revolution, Wicked Salem: Exploring Lingering Lore and Legends, Haunted Boston Harbor, and Ghosts of Salem: Haunts of the Witch City. Each book pairs documented local history with accounts of reported hauntings tied to specific places, from Revolutionary War battle sites to Salem's harbor islands and its witch-trial-era streets. The approach is consistent across the catalogue: a place or period is introduced through its factual history, then followed by the ghost stories and reported sightings associated with it. These books are aimed at readers interested in New England history and folklore, and at visitors to the sites described, rather than at readers seeking instruction in paranormal investigation technique.
📖 Where to start with Sam Baltrusis
💬 What our editors say about Sam Baltrusis's books
“Baltrusis offers a meticulous exploration of Salem’s complex legacy, effectively bridging the gap between historical fact and haunting legend. By examining events far beyond the initial witch trials, including brutal murders and…”
Esoterica Books editorial team, Occult literature desk · on Wicked Salem: Exploring Lingering Lore and Legends
“Sam Baltrusis delivers a compelling exploration of Salem’s lesser-known haunts, effectively blending meticulous research with chilling encounters. The narrative successfully unearths deeper currents beyond the infamous witch…”
Esoterica Books editorial team, Occult literature desk · on Ghosts of Salem: Haunts of the Witch City Baltrusis, Sam
“Baltrusis delivers a meticulously researched exploration of Cambridge’s supernatural underbelly, effectively highlighting Revolutionary War apparitions and spectral residents in hallowed halls. The narrative skillfully combines…”
Esoterica Books editorial team, Occult literature desk · on Ghosts of Cambridge: Haunts of Harvard Square and Beyond
📋 Editions by Sam Baltrusis in the catalog
| Edition | Year | Publisher | Pages | ISBN |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wicked Salem: Exploring Lingering Lore and Legends | 2019 | Globe Pequot Publishing | 264 | 9781493037117 |
| Ghosts of Salem: Haunts of the Witch City Baltrusis, Sam | 2014 | History Press | 128 | 9781626193970 |
| Ghosts of Cambridge: Haunts of Harvard Square and Beyond | 2013 | History Press Library Edit | 114 | 9781540233059 |
| Ghosts of Salem: Haunts of the Witch City | 2014 | History Press Library Edit | 130 | 9781540209801 |
| Ghosts of Boston: Haunts of the Hub Baltrusis, Sam | — | History Press | 128 | 9781609497422 |
| Ghosts of the American Revolution | 2021 | Globe Pequot Publishing | 214 | 9781493051748 |
| Haunted Boston Harbor | 2016 | History Press Library Edit | 146 | 9781531699260 |
| Ghosts of Boston: Haunts of the Hub | 2012 | History Press Library Edit | 130 | 9781540207500 |
| Haunted Boston Harbor Baltrusis, Sam | 2016 | History Press | 144 | 9781626199569 |
| Ghosts of Cambridge: Haunts of Harvard Square and Beyond Baltrus | 2013 | History Press | 112 | 9781609499471 |
