A former National Park
Service Ranger/Historian. He started his own
research and writing company in 1977 and did
research and advertising copy for some of
America's best historical artists.
Beginning in 1978 he began
writing books, including If the South Won
Gettysburg (1980),35 Days to Gettysburg (1992),
Rebel Rivers (1993), Saber and Scapegoat:
J.E.B. Stuart and the Gettysburg Controversy
(1994), Through Blood and Fire (1996), and
the best selling Ghosts of Gettysburg Series
(1991- present). Stories from the Ghosts of
Gettysburg books spawned the commercially
successful
"Ghosts of Gettysburg Candlelight Walking
Tours" in 1994, which continue to
entertain hundreds each night from March through
November. Many of his stories have been seen
on The History Channel, A & E, The Travel
Channel, Unsolved Mysteries, and numerous
other local television programs and specials.
He is currently finishing another ghost book,
a novel, and continues to develop tours for
his company.
The
Ghost Hunter’s Field Guide
Gettysburg & Beyond
By Mark Nesbitt
“Of
all the forlorn, countless souls awash in time,
none reach out to us more than those of the dead
at Gettysburg.”
— Mark Nesbitt, author of
the Ghosts of Gettysburg series
Mark Nesbitt, author
of the best-selling Ghosts of Gettysburg book series
recently won two national awards for his six-volume
collection of tales of paranormal happenings on
the battlefield of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, site
of the 3-day Civil War battle.
What is a ghost? What makes Gettysburg such a
haunted venue? Where does one go in Gettysburg
to find a ghost? The quest for answers to these
questions, and countless others, is the driving
force behind why so many travel to Gettysburg,
Pennsylvania, in search of their own paranormal
experience.
In The Ghost Hunter’s
Field Guide: Gettysburg & Beyond, renowned ghost
story author, historian, and paranormal investigator,
Mark Nesbitt, explores the world of the paranormal,
focusing on the town of Gettysburg and the infamous
battlefields that surround it.
The first half of the book delves into the history
and phenomena of “ghosts,” reviews
generally accepted paranormal theories, discusses
best “ghost hunting” practices, and
presents the reader with plausible explanations
as to why paranormal activity is so prevalent
in Gettysburg.
The second half
of the book addresses the actual paranormal investigation.
Designed to be used in the field, the town of Gettysburg
and the battlefield are divided into six sections.
The reader is provided with historical information,
photos, maps, driving directions, and paranormal
investigative tips and techniques unique to each
geographic area. Experienced and amateur “ghost
hunters” alike will profit from the advice
and guidance offered in this one-of-a-kind book.
Mark Nesbitt was born in Lorain, Ohio, and graduated
from Baldwin-Wallace College with a BA in English
Literature. He worked for the National Park Service
as a Ranger/Historian for five years and then
became a Licensed Battlefield Guide. During his
tenure with the National Park Service, he had
the opportunity to spent time in nearly every
historic house on the Park and actually lived
in four of the historic homes. Living in Gettysburg
since 1971 has given him a unique “insider”
perspective from which to write this book.
Mr. Nesbitt published
the first book in the popular Ghosts of Gettysburg
series in 1991. The Ghosts of Gettysburg Series
received the National Paranormal Award for “Best
True Hauntings Collection” and “Best
‘Local Haunt’ Guidebook.” The
Ghosts of Gettysburg stories have been seen, and/or
heard, on The History Channel, A&E, The Discovery
Channel, The Travel Channel, Unsolved Mysteries,
and Coast to Coast AM.
May 30, 2005 · Travel/Paranormal
· Paperback Original
128 Pages · $10.95 ·
ISBN: 0-9752836-1-8
AUTHOR MARK NESBITT
GARNERS NATIONAL AWARDS FOR
GHOSTS OF GETTYSBURG SERIES
The awards were presented July 23, 2004 at the Eastern
Regional Paranormal Conference and National Awards
Show held at the Holiday Inn-Inner Harbor in downtown
Baltimore, Maryland.
Nesbitt won in two of the five categories:
--The National Paranormal Awards “Best
True Hauntings Collection,” for the author
of the best collection of true stories of hauntings,
and,
--The National Paranormal Awards “Best ‘Local
Haunt’ Guidebook” for the book that
best tells of local ghost stories and hauntings
in a specific town or city.
The prestigious
awards were voted upon over three months of internet
voting nationwide and competition included well-known
writers of the supernatural such as Hans Holzer,
Troy Taylor, Katherine Ramsland and Rosemary Ellen
Guiley.
The
National Paranormal Awards “Best True
Hauntings Collection,” for the author
of the best collection of true stories of
hauntings, and,
--The National Paranormal Awards “Best
‘Local Haunt’ Guidebook”
for the book that best tells of local ghost
stories and hauntings in a specific town or
city.
Vince Wilson, president of the Maryland Paranormal
Investigators’ Coalition, presented Nesbitt
with the awards in a ceremony during the conference.
“It’s always an honor to know that
your work is appreciated,” said Nesbitt
who was also one of six invited speakers at the
conference. “Especially on a national level
like this.”
Ghosts of Gettysburg,
(Thomas Publications, Gettysburg, PA) was published
in 1991. The most recent volume, Ghosts of Gettysburg
VI (Second Chance Publications, Gettysburg, PA)
was released this past April 30. In all, they contain
over 500 pages and close to 300 stories of hauntings
on the battlefield and the town.
The books have been made into television programs
by Greystone Entertainment (Los Angeles, CA) and
have been seen on A&E, the History Channel,
the Travel Channel and numerous other television
programs. Nesbitt has also been a guest on the nationally
syndicated Coast to Coast A.M. with George Noory.
BIBLIOGRAPHY:
If the South won Gettysburg (1980)
Ghosts of Gettysburg
: spirits, apparitions and haunted places of the
battlefield. (1991).
More ghosts of
Gettysburg : spirits, apparitions and haunted places
of the battlefield. (1992.)
35 days to Gettysburg
: the campaign diaries of two American enemies.
(1992)
Rebel rivers :
a guide to Civil War sites on the Potomac, Rappahannock,
York, and James. (1993)
Saber and scapegoat
: J.E.B. Stuart and the Gettysburg controversy.
(1994).
Ghosts of Gettysburg
III : spirits, apparitions and haunted places of
the battlefield. (1995)
Through blood &
fire : selected Civil War papers of Major General
Joshua Chamberlain. (1996)
Ghosts of Gettysburg
IV : spirits, apparitions and haunted places of
the battlefield. (1998)
Ghosts of Gettysburg
V : spirits, apparitions and haunted places of the
battlefield. (2000)
Ghosts
of Gettysburg, 271 Baltimore Street ,Gettysburg,
PA 17325
(717)
337-0445
We've added
two new tours for the 2005 season!!! The
Steinwehr Avenue Ghost Tour started May
7. The Gettysburg Ghost Train kicks off
on Friday, May 27. Check out our Tour pages
for more tour information!
Ghosts of Gettysburg Tour Headquarters
Feel free to stop by, take a tour and check out
our shop. This building continues to be an active
paranormal site. The upstairs is off limits, but
there have been plenty of unusual happenings on
the first floor!
271 Baltimore St., Gettysburg, PA
717-337-0445 http://www.ghostsofgettysburg.com hauntgburg@aol.com
The Wills House - Lincoln Room Museum
Abraham Lincoln was the guest of David Wills,
attorney, at this home the night before giving
his immortal "Gettysburg Address."
Their story is in Ghosts of Gettysburg III.
Lincoln Square, Gettysburg
717-334-8188 http://www.gettysburg.com
info@gettysburg.com
Herr Tavern and Public House
Great restaurant. A bit more upscale. They don't
advertise their hauntings, but refer to the story
in Ghosts of Gettysburg III.
900 Chambersburg Road
717-334-4332 http://www.herrtavern.com
info@herrtavern.com
General Lee's Headquarters Museum
The museum is located in the same stone house
that General Robert E. Lee occupied during the
battle of Gettysburg in the summer of 1863.
Their story is found in Ghosts of Gettysburg IV.
401 Buford Avenue, Gettysburg
717-334-3141 http://www.civilwarheadquarters.com
generallee@civilwarheadquarters.com
Blue Parrot Bistro
One of Mark's favorite haunts! A wonderful restaurant
and local hang out. They don't advertise their
paranormal side, but should it happen to come
up in a discussion, they just might share some
stories!
Chambersburg Street, Gettysburg
717-337-3739 http://www.jamesgettyshotel.com/BlueParrot
Gallery 30
If you're looking for local and regional fine
art and contemporary crafts, this is it. It is
also an independent book store. Make sure to check
out the selection of handcrafted jewelry! A wonderful
place to search for that one-of-a-kind purchase.
30 York Street, Gettysburg
717-334-0335 http://www.gallery30.com
info@gallery30.com
American Civil War Museum
Make sure to include a visit to this museum. Mark
often does signings here.
Through five hallways of scenes, the American
Civil War Museum brings the past "back to
life" with life-sized dioramas of the Civil
War. From there, visitors enter the internationally
acclaimed Battleroom Auditorium, where a re-creation
of the Battle of Gettysburg is performed before
their eyes.
297 Steinwehr Avenue, Gettysburg
1-800-887-7775 http://www.e-gettysburg.cc
Courtyard by Marriott Gettysburg
Coming soon - the newest hotel addition to Gettysburg.The
Courtyard by Marriott is part of the exciting
"Gateway Gettysburg" project.
Gateway Gettysburg
Linda Wellborn
717-334-5600 lwellborn@usamgmt.com
Related Links
Ghosts of Gettysburg recommends the following
paranormal and/or ghostly websites.
Ghost Hunts and the Ghosts of Gettysburg -
http://www.ghosthunts.com
More information/background on the GHOST HUNTS
CD offered for sale at the Ghosts of Gettysburg
store.
Gettysburg Group Reservations -
800-447-8788. Adams County's premiere tour operator;
offering a variety of services for groups of all
ages and sizes. Their extensive knowledge of the
area will help make your Gettysburg experience
a memorable one.
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