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Hook Moon Night: Spooky Tales from the Georgia Mountains

Hook Moon Night: Spooky Tales from the Georgia Mountains

Published in
1997
4.11
on Goodreads (19)

Description

Drawing on the shivery tales she heard in her childhood, master storyteller Faye Gibbons spins 7 haunting stories of the supernatural.
Age
8-12
Text complexity
beginner
Length
112 pages

Why to read

  • Cultural Enrichment: Reading 'Hook Moon Night: Spooky Tales from the Georgia Mountains' provides insight into the rich folklore and storytelling traditions of the Georgia Mountains, offering a unique cultural perspective that can broaden readers' understanding of regional history and customs.
  • Entertaining Storytelling: Faye Gibbons is known for her captivating storytelling style, and this collection of spooky tales is bound to keep readers engaged with its blend of suspense, humor, and local color, making it a perfect read for those who enjoy being entertained by ghost stories and folklore.
  • Literary Appreciation: The book offers well-crafted narratives that showcase Gibbons' skill in creating atmospheric settings and memorable characters, allowing readers to appreciate the literary qualities of folk tales and the art of oral storytelling translated into written form.
  • Seasonal Reading: For those who love to align their reading choices with the seasons, 'Hook Moon Night' is an excellent choice for autumn evenings, particularly around Halloween, when the appetite for ghost stories and tales of the supernatural is at its peak.