Pirates Ghosts and Coastal Lore[The Best of Judge Whedbee] [PIRATES GHOSTS & COASTAL LORE] [Hardcover]

by CharlesHarryWhedbee

Pirates Ghosts and Coastal Lore[The Best of Judge Whedbee] [PIRATES GHOSTS & COASTAL LORE] [Hardcover]

Genres: History, Folklore, Ghost Stories, Travel

Hardcover

First published April 1, 2004

Reviews

[Trevor Lipply · Rating 3 out of 5]

Stories by an author local to the Outer Banks, it was a quick read on several different ghost and pirate stories! I enjoyed a lot of the stories, but some of them couldn’t really grab my attention. I bought this at a cute, independent book store in OBX called Buxton Village Books! Can’t wait to go back!

[Caroline C · Rating 3 out of 5]

These stories read as if you’re listening to an old man tell stories, but gets off track in the middle of them, and eventually makes his way back on track

[Amy Neftzger · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is a fun read about pirate legends in North Carolina, including many references to Blackbeard and stories related to him. I enjoyed the different tales and particularly liked the story about the two women who became pirates while disguising their gender. The last story in the book engages the reader by offering a $1000 reward to anyone who can provide the mysterious punch bowl used in a bizarre Blackbeard ritual. I like the thought that someone may come forward and contact the author.

I think this book is especially meaningful to individuals who have been to this area (particularly Ocracoke Island). If you're planning a vacation to North Carolina you might want to check out this book first and then seek out a few tours of haunted places for extra fun.

[Dorene · Rating 4 out of 5]

I tend to pick up ghosts and legends of local lore when I travel. Most of them are not very good! This is the best one I’ve read of these, by far. It’s very well written in a compelling way, and the stories are very interesting. The author doesn’t try to create unfounded intrigue, but rather relates the stories as I imagine was common in the oral tradition of the past. Most of them are either rooted in historical accuracy or are presented in such a way that the reader can draw their own conclusions.

[Stephanie Moyle · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was an interesting read. I’ve read one or two of this books in the past. This one is a collection of his “best” stories. Interesting folklore from one of the areas that I call my second home. Cool read if you’re interested folklore and stories told through the generations!

[Tyler Mickley · Rating 4 out of 5]

Loved it. I spent a LOT of time in the outer banks as a child and this book brought back those memories and had a wonderful charm to it.

[JOAN]

A very entertaining read. I would like to read more of his stories.

[MizJawnson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great collection of stories and lore about coastal Carolina! Would make a lovely summer beach read.

[Willow Redd · Rating 5 out of 5]

Judge Whedbee is an excellent storyteller with a vast knowledge of North Carolina history and lore. This book is a collection of some of his best stories from various other books, and it's fantastic.

Tales of pirates, ghosts, Indians, and a general mix of all those; there is something in this book for almost everyone. What became of Virginia Dare? Why does the Cedar Grove Cemetery Arch bleed? Does the flaming ship still appear on the night of the new moon in September? Did Judge Whedbee himself actually drink from a cup made from the skull of Blackbeard?

Not sure which parts are true, which parts are based on lore, and which parts of just good storytelling; but I certainly want to find out. Whedbee keeps it interesting, and I definitely want to read more.

[Jennifer · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is one of the best-written books I've read in a long time! The author was obviously a grand storyteller and brings each of his stories to life. His level of detail and knowledge of the history of the Outer Banks is fantastic.

I would love to read some of the other books that he has written!

[Meade · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great stories, particularly if you are familiar with the Outer Banks. Fun vacation read for when you are there! I was pleasantly surprised at how good he was at telling the stories - often little local story books like this aren't well written at all and you put up with it for some local color. No need to put up with anything in this one!

[Soozums · Rating 4 out of 5]

I read this as I was visiting the Outer Banks, NC. It was definitely a plus to the vacation and knowing exactly where the stories took place.

[Lesley Looper · Rating 4 out of 5]

I'm a sucker for North Carolina settings AND good ghost stories, so I really enjoyed this book! Captivating stories, plus some history of North Carolina.

[Tracy Kincaid · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very interesting stories in this book. I love a good ghost story. Makes you wonder what stories are true and which ones he made up. I like to think that they are all true.