New ArrivalsHoliday Hosting & EntertainingChristmasGift IdeasAI Gift FinderClothing, Shoes & AccessoriesHomeFurnitureToysElectronicsBeautyGift CardsCharacter ShopBabyKitchen & DiningGroceryHousehold EssentialsSchool & Office SuppliesVideo GamesMovies, Music & BooksParty SuppliesBackpacks & LuggageSports & OutdoorsPersonal CareHealthPetsUlta Beauty at TargetTarget OpticalDealsClearanceTarget New Arrivals Target Finds #TargetStyleHanukkahStore EventsAsian-Owned Brands at TargetBlack-Owned or Founded Brands at TargetLatino-Owned Brands at TargetWomen-Owned Brands at TargetLGBTQIA+ ShopTop DealsTarget Circle DealsWeekly AdShop Order PickupShop Same Day DeliveryRegistryRedCardTarget CircleFind Stores
A Hallowe'en Anthology - by  Lisa Morton (Paperback) - 1 of 1

A Hallowe'en Anthology - by Lisa Morton (Paperback)

$29.99

In Stock

Eligible for registries and wish lists

Sponsored

About this item

Highlights

  • This unique anthology gathers together some of the most intriguing and useful works on the history of Halloween.
  • Bram Stoker Awards (Nonfiction) 2008 1st Winner
  • About the Author: Lisa Morton is a playwright, fiction and reference book author and screenwriter.
  • 214 Pages
  • Literary Collections, General

Description



About the Book



This unique anthology gathers together some of the most intriguing and useful works on the history of Halloween. Ranging from pre-Christian Celtic myths to early 20th century articles, the books 27 entries include poems, short stories, sections from 19th and 20th century folklore books, a one-act play, Irish and Scottish folk tales, and the first book on the holiday ever published. Organized chronologically, most works are presented in their entirety and many include extensive annotations designed to make the original source materials more meaningful for modern readers. The book also includes 34 vintage photographs and illustrations.



Book Synopsis



This unique anthology gathers together some of the most intriguing and useful works on the history of Halloween. Ranging from pre-Christian Celtic myths to early 20th century articles, the book's 27 entries include poems, short stories, sections from 19th and 20th century folklore books, a one-act play, Irish and Scottish folk tales, and the first book on the holiday ever published.

Noted works contained in the anthology include William Wells Newell's 1904 study of the history of Jack-o'-lantern legends in "The Ignis Fatuus" and Alexander Montgomerie's oft-quoted 1584 poem "Flyting Against Polwart." Organized chronologically, most works are presented in their entirety and many include extensive annotations designed to make the original source materials more meaningful for modern readers. The book also includes 34 vintage photographs and illustrations.



Review Quotes




"a must-have"-Rue Morgue; "highly recommend"-www.fearzone.com; "gives the reader that special feeling of autumn chill and goose bumpy anticipation...a magnificent achievement"-The Tomb of Dark Delights.



About the Author



Lisa Morton is a playwright, fiction and reference book author and screenwriter. A Bram Stoker Award winner for superior achievement in horror writing, she lives in North Hills, California.
Dimensions (Overall): 9.99 Inches (H) x 6.94 Inches (W) x .5 Inches (D)
Weight: .85 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Number of Pages: 214
Genre: Literary Collections
Sub-Genre: General
Publisher: McFarland & Company
Format: Paperback
Author: Lisa Morton
Language: English
Street Date: February 6, 2008
TCIN: 1006475678
UPC: 9780786436842
Item Number (DPCI): 247-32-2209
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
If the item details aren’t accurate or complete, we want to know about it.

Shipping details

Estimated ship dimensions: 0.5 inches length x 6.94 inches width x 9.99 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 0.85 pounds
We regret that this item cannot be shipped to PO Boxes.
This item cannot be shipped to the following locations: American Samoa (see also separate entry under AS), Guam (see also separate entry under GU), Northern Mariana Islands, Puerto Rico (see also separate entry under PR), United States Minor Outlying Islands, Virgin Islands, U.S., APO/FPO

Return details

This item can be returned to any Target store or Target.com.
This item must be returned within 90 days of the date it was purchased in store, shipped, delivered by a Shipt shopper, or made ready for pickup.
See the return policy for complete information.

Frequently bought together

A Fanatic Heart - (FSG Classics) by  Edna O'Brien (Paperback)

$20.00
MSRP $32.99
Buy 2, get 1 free select books, music & movies

Atlantic Canada's Irish Immigrants - (Irish in Canada) by  Lucille H Campey (Paperback)

$28.60
MSRP $35.00
Buy 2, get 1 free select books, music & movies

The Facemaker - by  Lindsey Fitzharris (Paperback)

$13.00
MSRP $20.00
Buy 2, get 1 free select books, music & movies

Intervening in Africa - (Studies in Diplomacy) by H Cohen

$54.99 - $102.99
MSRP $54.99 - $109.99
Buy 2, get 1 free select books, music & movies

My Spiritual Joy - by Edith Lawrence

$9.99 - $21.99
Buy 2, get 1 free select books, music & movies

Trending Literary Fiction

Alchemised - by Senlinyu (Hardcover)

$20.36
was $24.48 New lower price
Buy 2, get 1 free select books, music & movies
4.6 out of 5 stars with 58 ratings

The Secret of Secrets - (Robert Langdon) by Dan Brown (Hardcover)

$22.80
MSRP $38.00
Buy 2, get 1 free select books, music & movies
4.8 out of 5 stars with 14 ratings

The Last Letter - by Rebecca Yarros

$9.85 - $23.09
MSRP $15.99 - $32.99
Buy 2, get 1 free select books, music & movies
4.8 out of 5 stars with 147 ratings

Discover more options

Blindfold Chess - by  Eliot Hearst & John Knott (Paperback)

$49.95
Buy 2, get 1 free select books, music & movies

The Screen Chills Companion, 1940-1946 - by  Chris Fellner (Paperback)

$49.99
Buy 2, get 1 free select books, music & movies

William Inge - by  Jackson R Bryer & Mary C Hartig (Paperback)

$39.99
Buy 2, get 1 free select books, music & movies

Spacesuit Film - by  Gary Westfahl (Paperback)

$39.99
Buy 2, get 1 free select books, music & movies

Quinn Martin, Producer - by  Jonathan Etter (Paperback)

$29.99
Buy 2, get 1 free select books, music & movies

The Science Fiction of Cordwainer Smith - by  Karen L Hellekson (Paperback)

$29.99
Buy 2, get 1 free select books, music & movies

Related Categories

Get top deals, latest trends, and more.

Privacy policy

Footer

About Us

About TargetCareersNews & BlogTarget BrandsBullseye ShopSustainability & GovernancePress CenterAdvertise with UsInvestorsAffiliates & PartnersSuppliersTargetPlus

Help

Target HelpReturnsTrack OrdersRecallsContact UsFeedbackAccessibilitySecurity & FraudTeam Member ServicesLegal & Privacy

Stores

Find a StoreClinicPharmacyTarget OpticalMore In-Store Services

Services

Target Circle™Target Circle™ CardTarget Circle 360™Target AppRegistrySame Day DeliveryOrder PickupDrive UpFree 2-Day ShippingShipping & DeliveryMore Services
PinterestFacebookInstagramXYoutubeTiktokTermsCA Supply ChainPrivacy PolicyCA Privacy RightsYour Privacy ChoicesInterest Based AdsHealth Privacy Policy