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Newsouth newsouth books, junebug books, court street press. Windhams work focused on the souths multilayered lifeways and evokes positive qualities of the human experience. This is the first anthology of the authors own favorite ghost stories from the highly successful jeffrey series of books that began in 1969 with alabama ghosts and jeffrey. Jeffrey is a purported ghost that took up residence in the windham house in october 1966. Npr coverage of alabama ghosts and jeffrey by kathryn tucker windham, margaret gillis figh, dilcy windham hilley, and ben windham. Windhams stories, representing mysterious and supernatural doings from alabama, georgia, this is the first anthology of the authors own favorite ghost stories from the highly successful jeffrey series of books that began in 1969 with alabama ghosts and jeffrey.

The jeffrey part refers to the friendly little ghost named jeffrey, who appeared in the windham house in selma, alabama years ago. Windham choose of the best stories from her acclaimed series of southern ghost stories. Take a photo tour of real sites from alabama ghosts as. The ghost who haunts the house is said to be that of the original owner. Ghosts have come and ghosts have gone since the 1969 introduction of alabama ghosts and jeffrey, but thats the book thousands of alabamians recall from their childhoods. First released in 1963, the book became an instant classic. Written by folklorists kathryn tucker windham and margaret gillis figh, the book recounts alabamas most ghoulish and eerie ghost legends. And in her 1969 book alabama ghosts and jeffrey, which recently was reissued, you can also get acquainted with the ghost of the angry architect, the. There are several haunted places located throughout alabama. Soon, everyone near and far knew who bill sketoe was. He first made his presence known in october l966, and since then he has continued, at irregular and.

Red mountain theatre company presents alabama ghosts and jeffrey a haunting new musical based on kathryn tucker windhams beloved book october 2931, 2010 fridaysaturday, 7. Sep, 2014 alabama ghosts and jeffrey a book entitled, alabama ghosts and jeffre y is a beloved volume widely read by both the young and old in the south. Written by nationally acclaimed folklorists kathryn tucker windham and margaret gillis figh, the book recounts alabamas thirteen most ghoulish and eerie ghost. Each story explain the background of the ghost and some of the hauntingly spooky happenings that. Kathryn tucker windham wrote a series of books of true ghost stories, based on local folklore, beginning with alabama ghosts and jeffrey 1969. Jeffrey, the ghost that has haunted kathryn tucker windhams house for 40 years, is back. Written by nationally acclaimed folklorists kathryn tucker windham and margaret gillis figh, the book recounts alabamas thirteen most. Oct 18, 2012 alabama ghosts and jeffrey not only tells the tale of its namesake ghost, but also focuses on other alabama ghosts and the places they haunt. And every elementary school library in rural alabama had a copy of alabama ghosts and jeffrey, by kathryn tucker windham. The book is intended for children so you wont find these stories to be even remotely scarybut rather true tales of haunted places in alabama. Listed below are 10 locations in alabama that, according to several reports, are some of the most haunted places in alabama.

Haunted alabama is a community page for alabama authors who write on behalf of alabama s haunted history and legendary tales. Oct 01, 2018 the drish house has been featured in the short story death lights in the tower in kathryn tucker windhams popular book of ghost stories, thirteen alabama ghosts and jeffrey. The ghost of a small dog is seen in the hallways of the hotel, as well as the ghost of former owner clifford stiles. The book contains thirteen true ghost stories from the u. Commemorative edition by kathryn tucker windham, margaret gillis figh, et al. At first, the family heard footsteps in rooms that would later be found empty. That ghost is fifteenyearold sally carter, who died in the house in 1827 while visiting her sister. Moundville is a 1,000yearold indian village with 26 mounds.

The mansion known as cedarhurst, which now sits in a small subdivision off drake avenue, is known to be the haunting ground of huntsvilles most famous ghost. There is a book called ghosts, a collection of ghost stories from europe and one from japan. This story is told in kathryn tucker windhams alabama ghosts and jeffrey jeffrey books book. Margaret gillis figh this keepsake edition of the timeless bestseller alabama ghosts and jeffrey by folklorists kathryn tucker windham and margaret gillis figh reproduces in facsimile the original hardcover version. Thirteen alabama ghosts and jeffrey by kathryn tucker windham. Each story explain the background of the ghost and some of the hauntingly spooky happenings that have been reported.

Most have remained haunted for many years because the ghosts just cant seem to move on. Here are the top 5 huntsville ghost stories sally carter. Written by nationally acclaimed folklorists kathryn tucker windham and margaret gillis figh, the book recounts alabamas thirteen most ghoulish and eerie ghost legends. Windham went on to write six volumes of ghost tales that remain some of. Childrens chapter books, including african american and native american subjects. Windhams stories, representing mysterious and supernatural doings from alabama, georgia, tennessee, and. Following publication, this alabama ghost story became quite famous. Its purpose is to help students connect geography with kathryn tucker windhams first book about alabama ghosts alabama ghosts and jeffreypublished in 1969. I first read kathryn tucker windhams alabama ghosts and jeffrey when i was, and heartily recommend it for readers looking for a book full of atmospheric tales. Oct 31, 2014 npr coverage of alabama ghosts and jeffrey by kathryn tucker windham, margaret gillis figh, dilcy windham hilley, and ben windham.

A forum on the ghosts of mobile at the university of south alabamas marx library on oct. Folklorist kathryn tucker windham published a legendary work in 1969. This title has been selected as a booksmith timeless classic, meaning it is among the best of the best for the last several decades. From alabama, georgia, tennessee and mississippi by windham, kathryn tucker and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. With halloween right around the corner, if you are looking for a great collection of ghost stories which a strong historical context alabama ghosts and jeffrey is a wonderful read. Jeffrey series of books that began in 1969 with alabama ghosts and jeffrey. Oct 28, 2010 red mountain theatre company presents alabama ghosts and jeffrey a haunting new musical based on kathryn tucker windhams beloved book october 2931, 2010 fridaysaturday, 7. Oct 31, 2014 and in her 1969 book alabama ghosts and jeffrey, which recently was reissued, you can also get acquainted with the ghost of the angry architect, the crying spirit at the well and the. The most famous ghost at the hotel is the apparition of hank williams, who. Jeffreys favorite ghost stories by kathryn tucker. Take a photo tour of real sites from alabama ghosts.

Kathryn tucker windham included the ghost of sketoes hole in her book alabama ghosts and jeffrey. Margaret gillis figh and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles. Margaret gillis figh jeffrey is the mischievous something that has headquarters in the windham home in selma. To commemorate alabama ghosts, the accompanying gallery includes photos representing the real people and places featured in the book. Publishes regional books of national interest under the imprints of newsouth books, junebug books, and court street press. Whether you believe in ghosts or not, these stories delight children and adults. These are not scary stories, but rather true tales of haunted places in alabama, stories reeking of lost romance and beautiful storytelling. Oct 30, 2014 jeffrey himself inspired windham to research other haunting tales from across alabama, and together, with the help of coauthor margaret gillis figh, the most spinetingling thirteen stories are retold in the landmark collection, alabama ghosts and jeffrey. Meet these 10 ghosts from alabama and hear their bonechilling stories.

Birmingham, alabama the ghost of a woman in white who passed away in the hotel has been seen on the ninth floor of the hotel. Thirteen alabama ghosts is treasured as a part of southern folklore. The book contains thirteen ghost stories from the u. Huddling around the librarian and listening to this charming collection of local ghost stories was a right of passage during my youth. Hundreds of thousands of these books have been sold. This tripline was created by jennifer anders and michelle wilson, school librarians in the jefferson county school district near birmingham, al. The book was the first in a series of seven jeffrey books, most featuring ghost stories from a southern state. Moundville archaeological park moundville, alabama. Windhams stories, representing mysterious and supernatural doings from alabama, georgia.

One of alabama author kathryn tucker windhams most read and beloved books, alabama ghosts and jeffrey, is being rereleased by the university of alabama press this week as a commemorative edition. Windham went on to write six volumes of ghost tales that remain some of the most requested books in school. There have been reports of many different types of paranormal activity here such as ghostly drums being heard throughout the night and lights coming from one of the larger mounds that resemble a pyramid. According to a letter printed in the foreword to alabama ghosts and jeffrey, windham became interested in ghost stories after this ghost began to haunt her family. Haunted alabama is a community page for alabama authors who write on behalf of alabamas haunted history and legendary tales. The ghosts of alabama after 37 years, two men are indicted for a bombing that transfigured the civil rights movement by christopher john farley.

After penning a cookbook, she coauthored alabama ghosts with margaret figh. Other titles were jeffrey introduces more southern ghosts 1971, georgia ghosts and jeffrey 1973, mississippi ghosts and jeffrey 1974, tennessee ghosts and jeffrey 1976, and jeffreys. Kathryn tucker windham who wrote this book along with margaret gillis figh wrote for the selma timesjournal and was an acclaimed folklorist. Thirteen alabama ghosts and jeffrey university of alabama press. Jeffrey himself inspired windham to research other haunting tales from across alabama, and together, with the help of coauthor margaret gillis figh, the most spinetingling thirteen stories are retold in the landmark collection, alabama ghosts and jeffrey. Palmer will speak about her upcoming book, boyington oak. He first made his presence known in october l966, and since then he has continued, at irregular and infrequent intervals, to clump down the hall, slam doors, rock in a chair, frighten the family cat now deceasedthrough no fault of jeffrey, move heavy pieces of furniture, cause electronic. See more ideas about ghost stories, haunted places and alabama. Windham work featured ghost stories that have entertained many generations and that are still today a treasured part.

Ghosts have come and ghosts have gone since the 1969 introduction of alabama ghosts and jeffrey, but thats the book thousands of. He plans to return to mobile to attend haunted places, haunted spaces. Jeffrey is the mischievous something that has headquarters in the windham home in selma. It was written by dorothy gladys spicer and published in 1965. Slideshow of the world premiere of alabama ghosts and jeffrey a haunting new musical at red mountain theatre company. Mar 20, 20 slideshow of the world premiere of alabama ghosts and jeffrey a haunting new musical at red mountain theatre company. The drish house has been featured in the short story death lights in the tower in kathryn tucker windham s popular book of ghost stories, thirteen alabama ghosts and jeffrey. These ghostly tales have historical significance in various places in the south and the author has such an engaging way of setting the mood and atmosphere of each.

Feb 14, 2018 and every elementary school library in rural alabama had a copy of alabama ghosts and jeffrey, by kathryn tucker windham. Windham work featured ghost stories that have entertained many generations and that are still today a treasured part of southern folklore. Special interest in nonfiction, literary fiction, poetry, folklore, and folk art titles exploring the history and culture of the south. This title has been selected as a booksmith timeless classic, meaning it is among the best of. One of the bestknown and widely shared books about the south, thirteen alabama ghosts and jeffrey has haunted the imaginations of generations of delighted young readers since it was first published in 1969. Other titles were jeffrey introduces more southern ghosts 1971, georgia ghosts and jeffrey 1973, mississippi ghosts and jeffrey 1974, tennessee ghosts and jeffrey 1976, and jeffreys latest. The book, originally published in 1969, features ghost stories, one of which is in demopolis and another in modernday pennington. Kathryn tucker windham 19182011 is best known for her series of ghost story collections, beginning with alabama ghosts and jeffrey in 1969, as well as numerous other publications, photography, and storytelling.