Christopher Maynard – författare

First published in 1977, this cult classic has been reissued for a new generation of ghost-hunters. This book is for anyone who has shivered at shadowy figures in the dark, heard strange sounds in the night, or felt the presence of a mysterious 'something' from the unknown.Ghost stories are as old as recorded history and exist all over the world. Many of the different kinds of ghosts that are thought to haunt the Earth and their behaviour are described here. You will meet haunting spirits, screaming skulls, phantom ships, demon dogs, white ladies, gallows ghosts and many more.This book also explains the techniques and equipment of ghost hunting and tells how lots of 'ghosts' have been exposed as fakes or explained away as natural events. Also included are some theories that attempt to explain the possible existence of ghosts.With a brand new foreword by BAFTA-winning writer, comedian and actor Reece Shearsmith, otherwise the book remains unchanged from the original.

Discover the answers to all the questions you’ve ever wanted to ask about the natural world, history, space and more!Which is the fastest car? Why do planes have wings? Can trains float? Learn the answers to these questions and more in this fascinating question-and-answer book all about transport, I Wonder Why: Planes Have Wings. Accessible and entertaining text makes learning about transport and mechanics fun, and information is presented in bite-sized nuggets, making it ideal for reading aloud.Bright illustrations by illustrator Josy Bloggs bring the various vehicles to life. This is the ideal book for budding engineers and fans of boats, planes, cars and more!