{"title":"E. Jay Gilbert","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the captivating world of E. Jay Gilbert, an author who seamlessly intertwines the chilling intrigue of the supernatural with insightful journeys into personal wellbeing. Known for the gripping book \u003cem\u003eHaunted\u003c\/em\u003e, E. Jay Gilbert captures the essence of Health \u0026amp; Wellness through a compelling narrative lens. This unique blend invites readers not only to experience the supernatural but also to reflect on their own mental and physical wellbeing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eE. Jay Gilbert's works delve deep into the mysteries of the mind and body, offering readers an engaging exploration of how seemingly otherworldly experiences impact real human emotions and health. Whether you're here for the suspenseful storytelling or the enlightening perspectives on wellness, Gilbert's books promise a thought-provoking adventure that resonates long after the final page is turned.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor anyone interested in the intersection of supernatural fiction and personal growth, E. Jay Gilbert's collections are a must-read. Each book is an opportunity to escape into a different world while gaining insights into maintaining a balanced and healthy life.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"haunted-by-e-jay-gilbert-9781786582911","title":"Haunted","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe all know the same ghosts: it's simply a question of how doggedly they haunt us.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart-chilling tale, part-memoir, part-cultural exploration, \u003cem\u003eHaunted: Ghost Stories and Their Afterlives\u003c\/em\u003e takes us through some of the most chilling and enduring ghost stories, and discusses what they reveal about the listener, the teller, and the times we live in.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eE. Jay Gilbert has been collecting tales of the supernatural from her local area (a small village outside of Newcastle) for years, and what surprised her most is how universal those are: not only in terms of recurring spectres that haunt us the world over (I'm looking at you, White Ladies), but also how similar our experience of ghost-telling is, wherever we grew up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is a book which explores more widely the ghosts of the British Isles and how they have endured and changed through the ages: how they reflect the communities in which they originate, and how they are similar to and different from similar stories from across the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHaunted\u003c\/em\u003e doesn't just thrill with tales of the inexplicable, but also asks why we are so fascinated by ghost stories and what they tell us about the community and people who cultivate them. Why are some tropes universal, while others are very much unique to the place they haunt? Do we actually care about the identity of the ghost? Or are we more concerned about how the alleged sighting made us feel?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAimed at both believers and sceptics, it's not only for those who are looking to be frightened a little, but also for those interested in the psychology and history of the long tradition of supernatural storytelling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbsolutely irresistible, a fascinating account of the stories we tell ourselves and the ghosts we keep close – Amanda Mason\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA delightfully personal adventure into the paranormal worlds of these isles – seeking all sorts of spectres from banshee to black dogs. – Dr James Canton\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47340830621932,"sku":"9781786582911","price":49.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/2358153482824.jpg?v=1772171643"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/e-jay-gilbert.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}