supernatural
The hidden world of all things supernatural; a look inside witchcraft, spells, vexes, black magic and other spine-tingling supernatural phenomena.
Are Ghosts even real?
Skepticism Vs Supernatural belief In a spirited debate on the existence of ghosts, the clash between scientific skepticism and supernatural belief takes center stage. The dialogue oscillates between the tangible evidence, or lack thereof, and the subjective experiences that believers hold dear. Amidst the banter, the question remains: Are ghosts real, or is it just a fanciful notion in a world teeming with mysteries?
By Zudo Suchikito3 years ago in Horror
Best historical ghost story - The grey lady Hampton court palace
Stories of eerie whispers and tales of royal beauty may be found within the medieval walls of Hampton Court Palace, a renowned Tudor-era marvel perched along the banks of the River Thames. A phantom figure claimed to haunt the royal corridors of this English palace, the mysterious Grey Lady, is at the center of the eerie stories that have persisted for generations. An further layer of mystery to the rich tapestry of Hampton Court's illustrious past is added by the Grey Lady's presence while guests peruse the luxurious chambers and well-kept gardens.
By silent scripter3 years ago in Horror
WHAT HAPPENS WHEN WE DIE
Despite the prevailing scientific beliefs on death, a significant number of people still hold onto the belief in life after it. A survey conducted in 2014 by the Telegraph in the UK revealed that nearly 60 percent of the participants expressed their belief in the persistence of some element of existence beyond death.
By Gladys Kludje Tattah3 years ago in Horror
Best historical ghost story of Gettysburg
The sacred grounds of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, are the scene of one of the American Civil War's most important and destructive engagements. Gettysburg, the scene of intense fighting and an incredible death toll, has come to be associated with tragedy and, by many accounts, the ghosts of those who died there. The tales of the Gettysburg Ghosts are woven into the very fabric of this historic site, serving as haunting guardians of a turbulent past.
By silent scripter3 years ago in Horror
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Ito and Inspector Tokugawa sat in the office of police commissioner Botan. They’d given him all their findings in a report detailing the podcasters picking up three women from Kabukicho and bringing them to a village. The report also detailed how they tracked down the captain of a yacht who dropped the party off on the shore of the island. When they questioned him, the captain said the Americans paid him twice the going rate to sit and wait for their return. He’d wait for an entire day before phoning them. They never answered and never returned.
By Joachim Mizrahi 3 years ago in Horror
The Pedestrian
The forward floodlight cast the early morning darkness backwards. Remnants of shadows clutched the trunks of the tall pines just off the roadway. The snowfall was light, but seemed heavier and faster than it really was as the Durango sped along the winding mountain highway. The strobing red and blues added an eerie tinge to the world. Inside the cab, a small ding sounded; Clay glanced at the instrument cluster and saw the temperature outside had just dropped to 25-degrees Fahrenheit.
By Brannan K.3 years ago in Horror
Whispers of the Haunted Manor
The night was draped in an eerie silence, broken only by the distant howling of the wind. Fog crawled through the desolate streets of the small village, shrouding everything in a ghostly mist. In the heart of the town, an ancient mansion stood, its dilapidated facade casting long, ominous shadows.
By Saheer Amna3 years ago in Horror
Mapinguari of Brazilian Folklore
The Amazon rainforest is 6.7 million square kilometers (2.587 million miles). It covers an area too large for any of us to really wrap our heads around it. Just imagine how much may be hiding there that none of us know about. So, it shouldn't come as a surprise to know that tales and legends of all manner of strange things have been passed down through generations of people living in the rainforest. Among these, the stories of the mapinguari stand out—you'll see why in a minute.
By J.A. Hernandez3 years ago in Horror
Best story of America tradition bell witch hunting
One of the most terrifying ghost stories in America is the tradition of the Bell Witch Haunting, which is tucked away in the mythology of early 19th-century Tennessee. The narrative takes place in a remote area and centers on the Bell family's interactions with the evil figure known as the Bell Witch. The Bell Witch Haunting, which has roots in the early 1800s, has shaped American paranormal lore and captured the attention of many generations.
By silent scripter3 years ago in Horror
Best ghost story-the tower of london ghost chronicles
An iconic representation of England's rich past, the Tower of London is rife with legends of mystery, regal authority, and—most notably—paranormal activity. The Tower, one of London's most iconic and historic sites, is known for being among the country's most haunted locations. This imposing fortress's historical majesty is further enhanced by the spooky tales that echo within its ancient walls, some of which date back centuries.
By silent scripter3 years ago in Horror
It will be a little difficult to believe this! | Strange But True Incident. Content Warning.
American Psycho is one of the greatest novels of our time. Since its release, the majority of serious literary works have appeared to be hidden behind an unflattering layer of sophistry due to its obstinate, unwavering, and unyielding confrontation with this age. It is one of the two zeitgeist pieces of fiction that defined America at the end of the last century and the start of this one, the other being Chuck Palahniuk’s Fight Club. The latter book examines disillusionment from the viewpoint of a newly marginalized youth class that is impoverished and without opportunities. Both books had a genuine seismic impact, but in the case of American Psycho, there was also a very false outcry. The book's extreme violent passages, the objectification of women, the use of pornography, and the purported "manipulation" of the reader were the main targets of those reactions. However, they were frequently motivated by false beliefs and acts of bad faith American Psycho holds a hyper-real, satirical mirror up to our faces, and the uncomfortable shock of recognition it produces is that twisted reflection of ourselves, and the world we live in. It is not the novel that bourgeois critics adore, calling it "life-affirming" (which is frequently code for "deeply conservative"). Suburbanites are not provided with simple answers or the reassurance that a flawed but essentially good superhero is there to save them from evil people. It is not implied that faith or love can turn the tide. The only feeling that lingers is that we have left behind a world devoid of empathy and compassion, where monsters can flourish and go undetected. However, even though the It's nearly hard to separate American Psycho from the criticism it received, and analyzing those criticisms aids in identifying the subversive elements of the book. One of the most striking aspects of the book is how the reader is manipulated. Bret Easton Ellis defies convention by giving us a glamorous, murderous protagonist with inherited wealth, elite education, a toned physique, pricey clothing, and financial acumen. Its profile is a far cry from the stereotype of the serial killer as a depressed misfit. If Bateman hadn't been a murderous psychopath, he would most likely be hailed as the quintessential example of American success. The American WASPish elite's avaricious and power-hungry tendencies are directly compared in the book to mental illness. American Psycho uncomfortably closes the gap between the morbid, depressive preoccupations of the serial killer and the psychotic cultural aspects of the US, such as wealth fixation, gun obsession, overseas militarism, and growing military fetishism at home, by fusing Bateman's routine daily activities with his brutal homicides. The recurring metaphor describes how a society gives in to materialist consumerism and loses its human values in favor of an obsession with appearance, ultimately destroying society. I remember arguing about the novel's violence against women with a female friend around the time of its release. She stated, and I have heard this argument many times: "This text becomes not relevant if you experience the violence and misogyny of the patriarchy yourself First and foremost, it's crucial to keep in mind that every element of American Psycho is entirely made up and based on the culture of the era in which it was written. It is only necessary to reiterate this truism because a lot of people still foolishly insist on conflating authors and protagonists. Second, the novel is always just as much about the reader as it is about the author. We read novels through the prism of our own cultural upbringing and react to them accordingly as readers. The most effective ones arouse powerful emotions in us and the environment we live in. Thus, it is impossible to analyze the novel in a "objective" manner. Rather than being artists, the book's critics were primarily activists or polemicists. Individuals hailing from a However, I think the primary cause for concern with the book is that, even though Bateman is portrayed as conceited, blustery, dishonest, misogynistic, racist, and narcissistic, American Psycho's narrative style compels the reader to take up his viewpoint. First-person, present-tense narratives typically lead the reader to assume the protagonist's worries, such as the "How to get rid of the body" syndrome. As a result, the reader shares responsibility for both the objectification and the violence that characterize consumer society. However, it's also essential that the reader form a moral opinion about the nature of these actions in order to participate in this discussion. That may fall on a spectrum from utter disgust to cold detachment, or even strange fascination. The idea here is that the viewer is However, attempting to analyze the violent passages in the book yields little results. To do so is far more pathological than the scenes themselves, which serve only to highlight the novel's true theme—the barbaric legacy of the consumerist/imperialist world we live in—by highlighting how they deviate from Bateman's ordinary existence. Those who are sensitive or unable to detach themselves from violent scenes will find them upsetting. Yet they are absolutely essential in American Psycho. More generally, any attempt to dictate what belongs in a novel and what doesn't has to be censorious and ugly by nature. The scenarios are consistently acted out within the creative realm of the Similar to Tyler Durden in Fight Club, Bateman ushered in a new era of American cable television antihero culture. Without Bateman, popular flawed heroes would never have emerged, such as Dexter, in which the psychopathic agent of destruction is recast in a cynical and reactionary way (as the good guy who aims to serve and protect the decent suburbanites). He is the more innocent counterpart of Wall Street's wolves, Gordon Gekkos, and the many pantomime villains of corporate capitalism. The book is currently receiving unfavorable reviews that resemble a stampede of scared kids. It is absolutely delicious that they came from intelligent people who were unable to see past their own discomfort and shock to determine the true nature of it. This astounding miscalculation is
By DarkPsychoyt3 years ago in Horror
