Book details
St. Louis Cemetery No. 1 (Torque Books) (Scariest Places on Earth)
Description
Although this New Orleans cemetery covers only one city block, it is the final resting place of more than 100,000 people. Many people believe that not all of these people are actually resting. Read this spooky children's title to find out which ghost still appears in front of his tomb and why visitors chalk X's on the grave of a famous voodoo queen.
Age
8-12
Text complexity
developing
Length
24 pages
Why to read
- Gain insight into the historical significance of one of the oldest cemeteries in New Orleans.
- Explore the eerie atmosphere and reported hauntings that make St. Louis Cemetery No. 1 a fascinating topic for those interested in the paranormal.
- Learn about the unique burial customs and architectural features that set this cemetery apart from others.
- Discover the stories of famous individuals interred at the cemetery, including the legendary Voodoo Queen, Marie Laveau.