For those interested in seeing a creepy photo of the hospital where John encountered the Four Seekers (Shonokins) in the novel “After Dark” go here:
http://www.visitmadisoncounty.com/who-we-are/madison-county/white-rock-hospital

Also, as described in “After Dark”, Wellman’s fictional account of John’s encounter with the ghostly form of a fallen log where thirteen “Union sympathizers” were shot by firing squad by Confederate soldiers is sadly based in truth: The Shelton Laurel Massacre: Go here: http://www.visitmadisoncounty.com/activities/self-guided-tours/marshall-historic-markers/#Shelton-Laurel-Massacre

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Thanks for the info GHS, this is really very cool. I wasn't sure if that was based on a true story but it seemed to be. So it's great to see that proved out.