It's the capital of a civilized western nation – a seat of learning that influenced the world. Yet today it is famous as the most haunted city in Europe. This book sets out to discover why.

City of the Dead is the definitive exploration of Edinburgh's dark side. It's a history of the occult, a guide to grisly and paranormal locations, and an investigation into Edinburgh's numerous supernatural phenomena. Is there really something strange and sinister lurking in its shadows?

Author and historian Jan-Andrew Henderson lets you in on his city's darkest secrets.

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Jan-Andrew Henderson