"With thorough research that includes recorded testimony from the 1970s and recent interviews, the story of what some call the world's most haunted house is told. The saga begins with a family history of the hardworking and caring Goodins, then recounts the start of the poltergeist happenings in 1971, their increasing frequency through 1975, and the family's struggle to normalize their lives. The author includes family photographs, photographs of pieces of evidence, transcripts of interviews, and opinions from paranormal experts to give credence to this true paranormal story"--Provided by the publisher.

Includes glossary. "First published as The World's Most Haunted House: The True Story of the Bridgeport Poltergeist on Lindley Street by New Page Books/Career Press, copyright ©2014 William J. Hall."

A hole in their hearts -- Intelligent noises -- Hell weekend begins -- Ordinary no more -- All the king's men -- The Goodins become a household name -- A talking cat and a second-degree burn -- Parasitic entities -- "There are no ghosts in Bridgeport" -- An extraordinary game of checkers -- Haunted holiday -- Marcia's 11th birthday -- The scientific investigation -- Exile on Lindley Street -- A preliminary evaluation of the Bridgeport poltergeist -- Other theories -- Witness interviews -- Goodin bad memories -- Conclusion : the devil's in these details.