overview of paranormal locations and legends throughout West Virginia, collectively referred to as the "Mountain State's" haunted history. The texts highlight numerous sites, including major institutions like the Trans-Allegheny Lunatic Asylum and the West Virginia Penitentiary, which are notorious for their violent and tragic pasts. Many locations, such as Lake Shawnee Amusement Park and Droop Mountain Battlefield, have historical ties to massacres or Civil War battles, leading to reported sightings of ghosts and unexplained phenomena. The sources also cover famous folklore like the Greenbrier Ghost—a spirit whose testimony reportedly helped convict her murderer—and the Mothman cryptid of Point Pleasant, demonstrating the state's diverse collection of spooky tales and tourist attractions.