Ghosts of Galena

by Daryl Watson

Book by Watson, Daryl

Genres: Nonfiction

94 pages, Paperback

First published December 1, 1995

Reviews

[Nicole · Rating 3 out of 5]

I grew up near Galena so know a little about the town and it’s history. I have also been on numerous ghost tours in the city. I would recommend the tours over reading the book. I wished the author had gone into the history of the houses a bit more.

Book has compiled newspaper articles about “ghost” sightings and personal homes and their haunted tales. Not as great as I thought it would be. Not spooky in the slightest.

[Kelly Whitt · Rating 4 out of 5]

A collection of creepy stories from a historic old city where those who have passed aren’t yet willing to give up the places they resided.

[Kris Kizer · Rating 3 out of 5]

Could really use an update and I'd love to know the actual locations. Other than that, a fascinating story about a death penalty case in Galena.

[Sally · Rating 3 out of 5]

Quick read. I purchased this year or so ago, and thought I should get this in the read column. Perhaps a ghost tour of these locations would be great.

[Coco · Rating 3 out of 5]

There are some excellent stories towards the back of book. Some good historical haunts written about from 1800-1900s worth reading. It is a good collection of stories from Galena.

[Stephanie Ruff · Rating 1 out of 5]

Not the spooky read I was hoping for. Very vague stories.

[Joy Gerbode · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is an interesting book ... really makes you wonder. It is basically a collection of "ghost stories" ... unusual experiences that happened around the historical community of Galena, IL. Galena is about 50 miles from where I live, and a wonderful town to visit for a day of shopping at the quaint little shops downtown. Dave & I celebrated our 25th anniversary staying in a delightful bed and breakfast "mansion" there. The book was written by one of my college professors, so doubly of interest to me.

[Heather · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is nice, mild collection of Galena ghosts. Nothing too gripping here, but that made it okay to read before bed.

[Diane Sugars · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was a really quick read that was fun and interesting! I love Galena and find everything about the town fascinating!