Well, it's hard to say for sure. Some people believe them wholeheartedly because of their own experiences or just because they like the idea of haunted places. But there's no scientific proof really.
Some might be. There could have been real tragedies or events in Buxton's history that later became the basis for these ghost stories. For example, the mining accidents could have led to the miner ghost story.
In Buxton, there is also the tale of the haunted theater. Actors and stagehands have reported strange noises backstage, like footsteps when no one else was there. There have been sightings of a figure in old - fashioned theater clothes. It is thought to be the ghost of an actor who met a tragic end on the stage many years ago.
One of the famous Buxton Inn ghost stories is about the Lady in Gray. It's said she haunts the halls. People claim to have seen her figure gliding through the corridors at night.
'Elijah of Buxton' is not based on real events. It's a made-up tale that explores various themes and characters through the author's creativity. The story is crafted to engage and entertain readers without being tied to actual history.
Well, most ghost stories are just fictional tales made up to scare or entertain people. There's no scientific evidence to prove the existence of real ghosts, so while they are called 'ghost stories', they are usually products of human imagination.
Ghosts and supernatural novels usually had the following characteristics:
1. Fantasy Elements: This type of novel usually contains fantasy elements such as magic, myths, monsters, etc., as well as related mysterious forces and supernatural phenomena.
2. Strange atmosphere: The atmosphere of ghost and ghost stories is usually full of strange and mysterious atmosphere, describing some creepy or disturbing events and scenes.
3. Mysterious characters: This type of novel usually contains some mysterious characters such as immortals, monsters, devils, immortals, etc. They may be the main characters of the story or they may only appear for a while but have a profound impact on the entire story.
4. Weird Plot: This type of novel usually contains some surprising or disturbing plot, such as the arrival, attack, or transaction of monsters, ghosts, ghosts, etc., as well as related horror scenes.
Mythological elements: Ghost and supernatural novels also contain some mythological elements such as gods, ghosts, monsters, etc., which are usually closely related to the fate and history of humans.
In my opinion, it's hard to say all are real ghost stories. There are many fictional elements often added to make them more exciting. However, there are those who claim to have had real encounters and base their stories on that, but it's difficult to prove objectively.
It depends on your tolerance for the spooky. Some people might find all the stories in the 'big book of ghost stories' terrifying, while others might not be as easily frightened. However, since it's a collection of ghost stories, it's safe to assume that many of them will be scary. There could be tales of vengeful spirits, haunted places, and unexplained apparitions that would send shivers down most people's spines.