Mystery library

Examines the unsolved case of Jack the Ripper, a killer who mutilated and murdered prostitutes in London in the late 1880s, and discusses the ongoing debate over the identity of the serial murderer.

Discusses the building, purpose, and mystical associations of the Egyptian pyramids.

A comprehensive look at the evolution of the Arthurian legend. Investigates the probable identity ofthe real 5th century Arthur so as to uncover the process by which the fable developed over the centuries.

Describes extrasensory perception, covering such topics as telepathy, clairvoyance, precognition, the effect of state of mind on ESP, and the ESP-psychokinesis connection.

Discusses what a dragon is, dragon's breath, guardians, dragon slayers, and the role of dragons in myth, fantasy, art, and literature.

Provides information about fairies, explaining what they are, the origins of beliefs, myths, and superstitions regarding fairy folk, and the evolution of fairy faith, and examines reports of human encounters with fairies, and the search for proof that they exist.

Discusses witches, including ancient witches, the years between 1450 and 1700 during which time people accused of being witches were violently persecuted, witchcraft today, and magic and spells.

Discusses the history of belief in extraterrestrials, explores questions of how likely it is that extraterrestrials exist, what physical forms they might take, and whether they are visiting Earth, and examines the ongoing search for intelligent life in outer space.

Explores the question of where people go after they die, looking at different beliefs about the disposition of the soul or spirit, and discussing topics such as near-death experiences, and communication with the dead.

Contains an introduction to the practice of voodoo, including information on its history, origins, variations, healing and restorative powers, as well as descriptions of its negative uses such as black magic.