Why were Ghost Stories once a Christmas Tradition? (Featuring 3 Chilling Classics)

Victorian Christmas wasn’t all warm fires and festive cheer — it was also the season for ghosts. In this video, Kevin Hicks from The History Squad uncovers the eerie Victorian tradition of telling ghost stories on Christmas Eve… and then brings three of the most chilling classics to life. Then enjoy a shortened rendition of three iconic ghost stories that helped define the tradition: The Monkey’s Paw — W. W. Jacobs. A grim tale of fate, grief, and wishes that should never be granted. Lost Hearts — M. R. James. A chilling haunting involving an isolated mansion, strange music, and two ghostly children. Oh, Whistle, and I’ll Come to You, My Lad — M. R. James. A sceptical professor discovers that some objects — and some spirits — should never be disturbed. CHAPTERS: 00:00 – Introduction 00:30 – Why Ghost Stories Became a Christmas Tradition 03 :45 – The Monkey’s Paw 14:57 – Lost Hearts 32:41 – Oh, Whistle, and I’ll Come to You, My Lad 52:41 – Summary & Final Thoughts Join our PATREON community for exclusive content, meet-ups and video topic votes!   / thehistorysquad   OTHER LINKS: https://buymeacoffee.com/thehistorysquad Facebook:   / historysquad   Twitter:   / history_hicks