In his travels as a Great Lakes historian, the author has stumbled across many ghost stories connected to the lakes, from phantom ships, haunted islands and ghostly lighthouses. In this book, he opens his personal “haunted” file to reveal a collection of stories that have never appeared in print before. In each case, Oleszewski weaves the experiences with ghosts, and the rich history of the location, into a story that you simply can’t put down. In a departure from his usual tales of Great Lakes history and maritime adventure, the author reveals a dark side to the region that you don’t want to miss.
Author: Wes Oleszewski
Paperback – 8.5 x 5.5
Number of Pages: 167
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What readers say:
One of the Great Lakes best storytellers does it again in this, his ninth book. Ghost stories passed to the author by others, researched and retold. The stories are sure to grab your attention
This book contains 13 stories of true Great Lakes maritime history. Stories take place in eras from 1950 to 1880 and are all written in that captivating style that has become this author’s form of historical narrative. Highlights in the text include the thrilling story of the sinking of the whaleback steamer THOMAS WILSON which is pictured on the cover and the eyewitness account of the loss of the wooden steamer HERMAN H. HETTLER, with the eyewitness being interviewed by the author.
Author: Wes Oleszewski
Paperback – 8.5 x 5.6
Number of Pages: 212
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Wes Oleszewski brings us right no the deck of the ships & to the lakes we love. The information is profound dates/names/places. The diligent effort to bring the history to life makes enjoyable reading.
Great book! Wes has become probably the best writer the Lakes region has ever seen. His books are well researched, with no hyperbole, manufactured conversations or guess-work. Very meticulous in detail. Any of his books are a must-have for any serious Great Lakes reader.
The Captain and Harry, A Trembling “Tail” of Thieves is based on a breaking and entering at the Stoney Point Lighthouse. From the moment the thieves enter until the final swirl of smoke from the Captain’s cigar, the reader will love the antics of the ghosts of Captain Joesph Townshend and Harry, a very fat field mouse, that haunt the old restored lighthouse.
Illustrated by Susan Robinson
Paperback – 9.9 x 6.8
Number of Pages: 30
Reading Level: Ages 9 to 12
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Great fun reading for a 65 yr old dad, his 39 yr old son & 37 yr old daughter. When grandkids come, it will be fun for them also…I highly recommend this series for all readers.
I bought the book for myself after visiting Seul Choix Lighthouse and enjoyed the book immensely!! Jan follows the floor plan exactly and adds the history of the Captain and his antics. My grandsons (ages:2 & 3) asked me to read it to them one day. They have enjoyed this book so much that we read it every day. They never get tired of it. They enjoy the antics of Harry and the Captain. Love the illustrations. I highly recommend this book to any age that is interested in lighthouses or just want to read a good enjoyable book with their children or grandchildren. Well done!
