Stroll into Mantorville, and you get the sense that it is a place where you could comfortably live forever. Ghosts seem to feel the same way, and this excursion into the stories of their activity keeps pace with the feverish bustle buried in the towns heritage. From ruined breweries to opera house mummies, Christopher Larsen takes the measure of one of Minnesotas most historic and haunted places. The tale of his investigations might not rob Mantorville of its charm, but when you walk into a gift shop that was once a funeral parlor, you might be a little more susceptible to a shiver.

Read about historic Southeastern Minnesota to learn the myths, legends, and ghost stories that haunt Rochester and its surrounding towns and cities. Visit Mayowood Mansion (of Mayo Clinic fame) to hear ghostly denials from the spirit of Dr. Joseph Mayo. In Mantorville, find out the truth about the haunted funeral home-turned-Opera House. Stay overnight in Lanesboro at Mrs. B's Inn to sleep with Buffalo Bill's ghost or visit the restless spirits at the St. James Hotel in Redwing. These scary stories and more will guide you through the spookiest towns in the region--so be prepared to be frightened!

In Minnesota eye witnesses claim to have seen Bigfoot in Two Harbors, Wendigos in Roseau, lake monsters in Lake Pepin, Mothman near Rochester, trolls in Cannon Falls, and a musically inclined purple dwarf, formally known as Prince, in Minneapolis. Search for them, and find shadow creatures lurking in homes in Richfield. Read about prowling panthers along the Minnesota River, near Bloomington, and learn about giants tromping around Bemidji. These are some of the frightening creatures that grace the state of Minnesota. Look closely for them (if you dare), but be ready to run!

Explores purportedly haunted sites, landmarks, and buildings within the town of Mantorville, Minnesota. Includes black-and-white photographs.

Visitors claim to hear the clinking of tinsmith tools and the ring of an unattended antique cash register at all hours at Kickin' K, which formerly housed Henne's Hardware and tinsmith shop. In Landa Park, passersby have reported hearing phantom footsteps follow behind them in the evening. Strange and spooky stories like these abound in New Braunfels. From the city's rough-and-tumble beginnings to its vibrant present, haunted tales can be found all over town. Author Erin O. Wallace delves into the ghost stories and histories of New Braunfels and tries to find the source of the paranormal phenomena.

Discover unique attractions around the Land of 10,000 Lakes Take a simple day trip, or string together a longer vacation of activities that catch your interest. No more information overload Destinations in the book are based on such themes as waterfalls, garden tours, family days and extreme adventures, so you can decide what to do and then figure out where to do it. Useful for singles, couples and families--visitors and residents alike--this guide by Mary M. Bauer encompasses a wide range of interests.