Book details
Winchester Mystery House (Torque Books) (Scariest Places on Earth)
Description
Secret passageways, stairways to the ceiling, and doors that open to walls. The Winchester Mystery House is full of tricks and traps. The heiress of the Winchester Rifle fortune built the house to confuse the ghosts that haunted her. Young readers will be amazed to discover how long she worked to escape her ghosts in this eerie title.
Age
8-12
Text complexity
developing
Length
24 pages
Book in series
#1
Why to read
- To explore the intriguing history behind one of America's most famous haunted houses and learn about Sarah Winchester's mysterious story.
- To discover the architectural oddities and the reasons behind the house's continuous construction, which was believed to be an attempt to appease spirits.
- To enjoy a blend of historical facts and spine-tingling tales that make for an engaging and entertaining read for fans of the paranormal and architecture.
- To gain insight into the cultural impact of the Winchester Mystery House and its significance in American folklore and ghost stories.