Just what it says...July 16, 2007 3 out of 3 found this review helpful
A slim book, easy to carry, with all the basic information and tips you need to investigate hauntings and ghosts. What to ask at interviews, what to bring, how to use the equipment, what language and terms to use, when to stay, and when to fold and run. This is as basic and bare bones as it can get, folks. Within the 118 pages Richard Southall tells you the facts of what you need, what you may wish to have and what resources are out there to help you. Then you are on your own folks, like it or not. An amazing book, even if you don't plan to hunt ghosts or not.
Good readingMay 20, 2007 1 out of 1 found this review helpful
This is an interesting book with lots of information about how to hunt ghosts, what to do, what equipment you need; etc.
A "Must-Have" book for the ProfessionalJune 7, 2006 4 out of 4 found this review helpful
Mr. Southall has provided an excellent reference book for both the professional and amateur ghost hunter / paranormal investigator! In this book, terms and definitions are explained in easy to understand language...the author doesn't need to use "big words" to make himself appear intelligent. It is very clear that immense amounts of thought, effort and experience went into this book. Most definately a must-have!!!
Less antedotal/More How-ToAugust 15, 2005 16 out of 17 found this review helpful
I really hate so called 'experts' in the paranormal that believe their theories are truths and pass them off as such. His 'orb' pictures are obviously soft diffusion from the tombstone reflecting into a lens with a big of dew on it.
The margins are wide, reducing the actual text in the book. The author spends a great deal of time telling stories and actually very little on 'how' to hunt ghosts.
Troy Taylor's Guidebook is much better.
On the other hand, the forms in the back of the book are great starting points for creating your own tailored forms. There is good information in the book. There just isn't a whole lot of it.
recommended for all beginnersOctober 20, 2004 8 out of 8 found this review helpful
There is a little detective in all of us, but in most cases one wouldn't know where to begin. If you are curious about possible existence of paranormal phenomenon this book gives you that place to start. Whether a skeptic,a believer,this book gives the information needed to begin simple investigations in a manner that is easy to understand. For someone who hasn't had years of experience in the paranormal, or criminal investigation some of the books available can be intimidating. Mr Southalls book however makes you feel that doing your own investigation is within abilities. This book is not perfect, but it give an excellent starting point for the novice to begin investigating from.
