Ghost Hunter's Guide to Indianapolis [Paperback]

Lorri Sankowsky (Author), Keri Young (Author)

Book Description

Series: Ghost Hunter's Guide | Publication Date: February 29, 2008

The possibility of the paranormal has become prevalent in television and movies in recent years. Now both the novice and the more experienced researcher can investigate haunted sites for themselves. This intriguing account covers everything from high-tech gadgets to inborn psychic abilities while instructing readers on how to locate friendly or not-so-friendly apparitions at haunted locations throughout the area. Numerous sites of criminal activity, suicides, disturbed remains, horrific fires, and tragic accidents abound in Indiana, providing hundreds of opportunities for ghost hunting.

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The possibility of the paranormal has become prevalent in television and movies in recent years. Now both the novice and the more experienced researcher can investigate haunted sites for themselves. This intriguing account covers everything from high-tech gadgets to inborn psychic abilities while instructing readers on how to locate friendly or not-so-friendly apparitions. It offers visitors and residents a chance to see beyond the surface of various haunted locations throughout the area. Numerous sites of criminal activity, suicides, disturbed remains, horrific fires, and tragic accidents abound in Indiana, providing hundreds of opportunities for ghost hunting.

Lorri Sankowsky and Keri Young are the former co-directors of the Indianapolis chapter of Indiana Ghost Trackers, a prominent paranormal investigation group in the Indianapolis area. Together they have explored many famous ghostly locations, such as the French Lick Springs Hotel, the legendary Indiana Motor Speedway, and various haunted cemeteries. Sankowski and Young have also conducted paranormal review meetings for more than 70 members of their group and have organized and guided group ghost tours throughout their area. For these two women, inspiration for this book came after many years of researching and exploring haunted locations throughout their region. They have witnessed firsthand some of the strange and unusual events previously told to them by the various owners and employees of the sites.

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This captivating account covers everything from high-tech gadgetry like infrared thermometers and EMF detectors to nonscientific tools such as dowsing rods and ouija boards. As the capital of the Hoosier State, Indianapolis offers numerous sites of criminal activity, suicides, disturbed remains, horrific fires, and tragic accidents, providing hundreds of opportunities for ghost hunting. Investigators explore eerie locations such as the Central State Mental Hospital, a facility that is reportedly the most actively haunted place in the state. Other locales include the legendary House of Blue Lights. Before it was demolished, it was often visited by local teens pumped with adrenaline and eager to prove their bravery. For them, climbing the iron fence and taking a dip in the glowing blue pool was a rite of passage. Now the area remains a green space that offers beautiful wildlife by day and frightening spectral visions by night. Lorri Sankowsky and Keri Young are the former codirectors of the Indianapolis chapter of Indiana Ghost Trackers, a prominent paranormal investigation group in the Indianapolis area. Together they have investigated many famous ghostly locations and have also organized and guided ghost tours. For these two women, this book came after many years of researching and exploring haunted locations throughout their region.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 208 pages
• Publisher: Pelican Publishing (February 29, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1589804902
• ISBN-13: 978-1589804906
• Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 5.4 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 9.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,145,971 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #22 in Books > Travel > United States > States > Indiana

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Must-have for midwestern paranormal enthusiasts!, February 24, 2009

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Chris Garrison (Indianapolis, IN United States) - See all my reviews
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Lorri and Keri are two of the most experienced and knowledgeable ghost hunters in the Indianapolis area. In their book, they don't just tell you ghost stories, they take you there. Years of research and adventures have gone into the making of this book, making it unique among other Indiana ghost guidebooks... each location is related with its history, folklore, and firsthand accounts of the authors investigating hauntings.

The book is written in a friendly, personal style that makes it a good read as well as a great reference. Speaking as an another experienced Indianapolis area paranormal investigator, I have to say this book is an essential part of my library of books on the subject. Having been to many of the places in the book, I have found the descriptions to be quite accurate and often make me want to return as I read about them.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great book on Indianapolis!, November 28, 2009

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Cecilia (Indianapolis, IN) - See all my reviews

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This little book is a great read. I highly recommend it not only for those that are interested in ghosts, but those that love history. I learned so much about Indiana/Indianapolis history that I never knew before...

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4.0 out of 5 stars Good true ghost stories, November 19, 2009

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This review is from: Ghost Hunter's Guide to Indianapolis (Paperback)

If you live in the Indianapolis area and have an interest in ghosts, this book is a must. Others may enjoy it but it is always nice to recognize the sites. They did a nice job putting this together.