Well, Pierre Menard is definitely fictional. Usually, when we talk about him, it's within the context of a fictional story or narrative where the author invented this character for various purposes.
Most likely not. Ghost stories are often just superstitions and tales passed down through generations. They are usually based on people's overactive imaginations or attempts to add a sense of mystery to a place.
There might be some unsubstantiated farnsworth house ghost stories floating around. It could be that people who visit the place, especially at night or in certain atmospheric conditions, might start to feel a bit of unease and create their own ghostly narratives. But as far as well - known, official ghost stories, I haven't come across any.
Well, it's hard to say for sure. Some people believe them wholeheartedly, while others think they are just tall tales made up to add mystery to the Galt House.
Most likely not. These stories are often passed down through generations and get embellished over time. The strange happenings can probably be explained by natural causes like drafts causing noises or the human mind playing tricks in a spooky old place.
One of the interesting ghost stories could be about a haunted attic. Maybe there's a spirit of a long - ago servant who still lingers there, making strange noises at night.
Maybe some of them are. It's possible that the author has collected local tales that have been passed down through generations, which could have some basis in real happenings.
Most likely, there are some scary parts in the 'Random House Kid Ghost Stories'. The idea of ghosts alone can be intimidating to kids. But these stories are also designed to be age - appropriate, so while there may be scares, they won't be too extreme or traumatizing for young readers.
Well, it's hard to say if they are real. Some people are very skeptical and think these are just stories made up to add a bit of mystery to the inn. However, there are those who swear they've had strange experiences.