Brian Clune Bücher

San Diego is known for its sunshine and beautiful beaches, but a dark history lurks beneath the surface. Shades of gamblers, thieves and gunfighters wander the streets, and the spirit of a young woman who died mysteriously haunts the halls of the Del. On the oldest sailing vessel in San Diego Harbor, the ghost of a small child stowaway plays with guests, and the Old Town Saloon occasionally hosts an eerie visitor seeking libations. Wyatt Earp haunts the very room he stayed in at the Horton Grand Hotel, and the former crewmembers of the USS Midway steadfastly man their posts, even after death. Join authors Brian Clune and Bob Davis as they recount the eerie tales of what may be California's most haunted city.

Set against the painted hills of the Mojave Desert, this town "as purdy as a gal's calico skirt" once was California's most prolific silver mining community. Now Calico lives again as a museum and tourist attraction, but the dead have not abandoned it. Shades of the past are everywhere, from the mischievous little boy that runs into the Sweet Shop and disappears to the ghostly schoolteacher still eager to pass on knowledge. Dark shadows appear at the old Calico Cemetery, where few names mark graves. Join authors Brian Clune and Bob Davis as they explore the haunted side of this historic town.

Exploring California's Highway 395 reveals a rich tapestry of landscapes and intriguing legends, including tales of skinwalkers and Sasquatch sightings amidst ghost towns. The narrative highlights real-life figures like the Sierra Phantom and mountaineer Norman Clyde, who navigated the treacherous terrain to rescue lost adventurers. The allure of the Lost Cement Mine's rumored gold and the serene Tuttle Creek Ashram add depth to the journey. Brian Clune delves into the captivating and mysterious elements that define this iconic route.

A New Kind of Travelogue Take an unusual, sometimes spooky, but always fun trip through the Golden State with this little travel companion--perfect for toting on an impromptu road trip or long-planned vacation. Visit the haunted Star of India and USS Hornet. Find out who is really living in a mysterious ghost town and wandering the halls of the "stateliest ship afloat." Experience the electrifying ghosts of Universal Studios and the invisible inmates who forever roam "The Rock." Ten popular and easy to access locations will show readers what a dark vacation is all about. From Alcatraz to the Calico Mountains to San Diego's Old Town, California is a haunted paradise ready for you to explore . . . if you dare!