Folktales and Ghost Stories of North Carolina’s Piedmont

Folklore and ghost stories from the Piedmont area of North Carolina come to life as told by the region’s favorite performer, Cynthia Moore Brown. Hear the sad tale of The Gentleman Ghost of Uwharrie Mountain in Asheboro; Lydia, the phantom hitchhiker of Jamestown; and the real-life account of Lexington’s very own hero, Valentine Leonard. Rediscover fan favorites, such as the humorous God in the Lake, the eerie tale of The Woman with the Basket, and Old Salem’s very own whistling Little Red Man. Appearing for the first time in print, 21 spine-tingling ghost tales from the region’s renowned storyteller, including four original tales composed by Cynthia herself, perpetuate the history of tradition in and around Piedmont. Each story is beautifully written out by co-author Theresa Bane to capture every blood-chilling moment of the story-telling experience. This book will delight readers of all ages and quickly become a family favorite.