The Flaming Ship of Ocracoke and Other Tales of the Outer Banks
Book description
Every September, on the first night of the new moon, there are those who vow they see a flaming ship sail three times past the coast of Ocracoke. No matter the direction or velocity of the wind, this fiery vessel moves swiftly toward the northeast, they say, always accompanied by…
Why read it?
1 author picked The Flaming Ship of Ocracoke and Other Tales of the Outer Banks as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?
Once the first page has been turned, Judge Whedbee’s book (much like Roberts’ and Wellman’s) cannot be put down. His lively tales of shipwrecks, pirates, murders, and ghostly occurrences, are a must-read when visiting a North Carolina beach. In his book you will learn about ships like the Crissie Wright that sank near Beaufort, North Carolina, and a ghost ship that sails the waters of Ocracoke. After my first read of the book, I visited the common grave of the Crissie Wright victims inside Beaufort’s Old Burying Ground and it was there that Whedbee’s words—and my imagination—truly brought the story…
From Jennifer's list on North Carolina murders, mysteries, and legends.
Want books like The Flaming Ship of Ocracoke and Other Tales of the Outer Banks?
Our community of 10,000+ authors has personally recommended 76 books like The Flaming Ship of Ocracoke and Other Tales of the Outer Banks.
Browse books like The Flaming Ship of Ocracoke and Other Tales of the Outer Banks
5 book lists we think you will like!
Interested in North Carolina, presidential biography, and murder?
10,000+ authors have recommended their favorite books and what they love about them. Browse their picks for the best books about North Carolina, presidential biography, and murder.