There are three ghosts at Doughoregan Manor. One is the shade of an ancient housekeeper, whose quiet tread may be heard in the corridors. Another is the spectral coach—its wheels grind on the driveway when death rides to claim a member of the household.... The third is no gruesome phantom, but the warm lively pervading spirit of Charles Carroll himself.

The Celts worshipped spirits of forest and stream, and feared the powers of evil. They believed nature abounded with tiny supernatural beings, who may work good or evil, lead them astray by flickering lights, or charm them into seven years' servitude unless they are bribed to show favor.