The Other Side: A Teen's Guide to Ghost Hunting and the Paranormal [Paperback]

Marley Gibson (Author), Patrick Burns (Author), Dave Schrader (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: September 14, 2009

It used to be you needed a crystal, a psychic, or a Oijia board to make contact with the spirit world. So who would think science would make it possible for just about anyone to experience a ghostly connection? Cameras, recorders, computers, magnetic field readers and other scientific means are now the tools of the trade. But there’s so much available, how does the average teen weed through it all to create the best possible ghost hunting team? Here to help sort it all out are three of today’s leading investigators of the field.


Together, Patrick Burns, Dave Schrader, and Marley Gibson have more than ten years of experience. They’ve put together this guide to impart their knowledge and wisdom on to the next generation of ghost hunters.


What’s included:

How to set up a ghost hunting team
The equipment needed and how to use it
Where to look for spirits
Safety, safety, and more safety


Ghost hunting is equal parts science and belief. Patrick, Dave, and Marley are here to help with science part.

Editorial Reviews

From School Library Journal

Grade 7 Up—In this succinct introduction, the authors do not spare their readers hard truths: ghost hunting can be expensive; will often be boring; and is ultimately a hobby, not a career, for most paranormal investigators. They emphasize safety and responsibility, encouraging would-be ghost hunters to acquire appropriate permission for their investigation, find an adult to accompany them at all times, and always stay with a partner or group of team members. In spite of this serious approach to the topic, the book includes elements of humor. Chapter titles are often witty, and the authors take a light, conversational tone even when discussing technical aspects of ghost hunting. Though this tone makes for an easy read, it can sometimes seem as though they are talking down to their readers. Many of the black-and-white photographs are generally informative, but some seem to be there just to fill space. The authors recognize that all ghost hunters may not share a similar belief system, and they attempt to be inclusive in their references to religion, including prayers for protection from Christian and Wiccan traditions. Purchase this title where there is interest in paranormal exploration; while there are several ghost-hunting manuals on the market, few are geared specifically to teens.—Misti Tidman, Boyd County Public Library, Ashland, KY
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"Purchase this title where there is interest in paranormal exploration; while there are several ghost-hunting manuals on the market, few are geared specifically to teens."--School Library Journal

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Product Details

• Age Range: 12 and up
  
• Paperback: 112 pages
• Publisher: Graphia; Original edition (September 14, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0547258291
• ISBN-13: 978-0547258294
• Product Dimensions: 8.7 x 6.9 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (31 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #887,273 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars This book stresses RESPONSIBILITY first and foremost!!!!!! October 6, 2009

By Scooby12

Format:Paperback

If children 16 or above (just my opinion) express an interest in ghost hunting, parents should get this book. It is definitely a book that both parents and their teens/young adults should read together to get info about "real" ghost hunting. TV doesn't show even half of the most important stuff about ghost hunting, and TV gives the impression that investigators can become TV stars, have a full-time job as an investigator, and get rich. This book is the antidote to all of that false information, tells it like it really is, AND the book stresses responsible behavior above all. There are also some really great tips on how to avoid pitfalls and includes other great hints, such as letting an adult in on the group or keeping an adult informed of the group's activities. The importance of responsibility and safety is stressed throughout the book.

Besides stressing the important stuff, it is written for teens and adults who are beginner investigators. There are chapters on lots of different things like tech terms, equipment, what to do and what NOT to do, physical and spiritual safety tips, etc.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent overview of the field September 13, 2010

By Kenyon J Brewer

Format:Paperback

The Other Side does a great job of distilling a ton of information into a witty, fast-paced read. I appreciate the authors' efforts to make history, physics, religion, and safety palatable to a young audience. If you're an adult, you'll find the book a well-organized primer on equipment, techniques, and pitfalls of this hobby. A great read for newbies!

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Freaking awesome book July 19, 2010

By Deborah

Format:Paperback

This book is incredible. It is so well written that even an A.D.D kid like me cant put it down. It provides a realistic view on paranormal investigations while entertaining you with tidbits of humor. I have suggested this book to many of my friends because it makes you think about things you would have never thought of, like something as simple as not wearing thick soled shoes. The paranormal group that my mom belongs to even bought the book. It doesn't matter if you're an amature or a hardcore ghost hunter, this book is extremely helpful. sincerely, Nick L.