The Entrepreneurial Pursuit of The Witch-finder General Matthew Hopkins
Matthew Hopkins began his career as the Witch-finder General in 1644 when he moved to Manningtree, Essex. Hopkins was adamant that a group of witches were practicing the dark arts near his home. He also claimed that he had overheard a group of women discussing their meetings with the Devil.Read More →
Brand New Twitter Account
Hey everyone! Thanks for following the blog so far. I have recently decided to open a Twitter account for the blog, any follows would be much appreciated! You can find the Twitter account here or @InqWonder The Twitter page will be updated regularly, and there’s plenty more content to comeRead More →
The Stanley Hotel, and The Ghost of Room 217
Freelan Oscar Stanley was the man behind the construction of the Stanley Hotel, which opened its doors in 1909. The striking architecture of the hotel and the beautiful backdrop of the Colorado mountains became a prime destination for many high end guests. Though the hotel looks peaceful and serene fromRead More →
6 of The Most Haunted Places You Can Visit in Salem, Massachusetts
Home to the famous witch trials, Salem Massachusetts is said to be one of Americas most haunted locations. With its rich history and ghostly tales, Salem is a prime location for anyone interested in the paranormal. Many ghosts are said to haunt Salem, but here is a list of 6Read More →
What Are These Mysterious Sounds From The Clouds?
Many people from all corners of the world continue to be baffled by a mysterious sounds coming from the clouds. Have you too heard these strange sounds? If not, then brace yourself for a ride into a world of paranormal speculations as well as scientific explanations that try to expoundRead More →
The History and Ghosts of The Winchester Mystery House
Despite the Winchester house’s striking appearance, the massive California mansion is edged with a history of catastrophe, mystery and ghosts. The oddly laid out mansion, with seven stories, two basements, 161 rooms, 2,000 doors, 47 fireplaces, 47 staircases, 6 kitchens, 13 bathrooms, is built supposedly to confuse evil spirits. TheRead More →
The 1566 Celestial Phenomena Over Basel
UFO sightings, for the most part, are something that started happening in the 20th century. However, one of the most famous, most widely witnessed UFO incidents in history happened nearly 500 years ago. In 1566, the citizens of Basel, Switzerland, saw strange celestial phenomena on three separate occasions: the 27thRead More →
The Goblins of Brittany and The Mystery House of the Gorics
Brittany boasts a prehistoric landscape full of some of the most astonishing Megalithic monuments in the world. From standing stones, beautiful carvings, to chambered tombs, these mysterious monuments have baffled historians for centuries. One of such monuments that stand out in Carnac is the Ti Goriquet or the House ofRead More →
President Abraham Lincoln’s Dream of His Own Death
As the 16th President of the United States, Abraham Lincoln (1861-1865) apparently told a few people about a dream he had just days before his assassination. This group included his wife Mary Todd and former law partner, Ward Hill Lamon. Ward Hill Lamon later claimed that the dream Abraham LincolnRead More →
The Case of The Wendigo, The Native American Cannibal
The Wendigo is a terrifying beast which has its place in North American folklore. The creature has ventured the wilderness for years, threatening the existence of Native American tribes with it’s unforgiving hunger for blood, and possession of its victims. Stories of the Wendigo run deep throughout Native American folklore,Read More →