Scottish Urban Myths and Ancient Legends

About this book

Scottish Urban Myths and Ancient Legends gathers tales from across Scotland, bringing ancient traditions into conversation with more recent stories circulated through communities, schools, the internet and campfires. Grace Banks and Sheena Blackhall present folklore rooted in local places and shared through generations, where rumour and belief can become difficult to separate.

The collection includes accounts of monsters, vampires, werewolves and evil dolls, alongside stones said to entomb bodies, faces appearing in walls, curses and meetings with the Devil. Its scope runs from old legends to modern urban myths, showing how stories continue to adapt while retaining their power to unsettle, entertain and provoke speculation.