Book description
When one thinks of Toronto's Canadian National Exhibition, memories
of bright lights, cotton candy, the rush of people, and the excitement
of rides spring to mind. But when the lights go down and the people
head home, the fairground takes on a life of its own. The spirits that
dwell there from the exhibition's long history come out to play and
work, even to scare the occasional employee.
The grounds and buildings of the CNE are so richly steeped in
history that they are a magnificent storehouse of energy. This area
has been in continuous use since before the 18th century, starting
with Fort Rouille in 1750 and Fort York in 1793. From murders to
accidents, it is no surprise that Exhibition Place is haunted. There
are many reasons for spirits to dwell in that site, but it may be the
joy and excitement that tempts them to linger. These spirits carried
the pride and accomplishment of being part of something grand,
something that will live on beyond them. That's the true spirit of the
Canadian National Exhibition.
There is very convincing material in the book, and you dont need
ghostly fiction to feel fear, because this is the real thing. Skeptic or
not, there is enough in this book to make you a frightened believer.
Richard Palmisano has investigated the paranormal for most of his life.
He is by trade a security specialist and criminal investigator with 21
years in the field. He has written three previous books, including
Ghosts
and
Journeys into the Unknown
. He lives in Toronto.
