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A ghost is the spirit of a deceased person or animal who has not moved on to the afterlife. Ghosts may appear to the living in a number of forms, and there are countless types of ghosts found all over the world. If you want to know more about all of these spooky apparitions, keep reading. In this article, we’ll tell you everything you need to know about the most common types of ghosts, plus ghostly mythology and folklore from cultures all across the globe.
Things You Should Know
- Interactive personalities are ghosts that communicate with the living, like deceased loved ones or historical figures.
- Poltergeists are mischievous spirits that move things around and make repetitive noises. They’re typically attached to a person.
- Ghosts may appear as orbs, mist, or funnels of light before becoming a full-bodied apparition.
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