The History of Knott's Scary Farm
Ted Dougherty
A NIGHTMARE COME TRUE!
The incredible story on how Knott’s Berry Farm’s annual Knott’s Scary Farm became the “world’s largest and scariest Halloween party” is told in the hauntingly striking audiobook – The History of Knott’s Scary Farm, narrated by author, Ted Dougherty.
The shrouds of mystery as to how the world-famous Southern California Halloween tradition became a monster of an event are lifted as Dougherty demonstrates how “America’s First Theme Park” conjured a three-day affair in 1973 and created a legacy that has become a worldwide phenomenon.
“This is a joy for anyone who wants to relive their childhoods at Knott’s, and a jackpot for readers looking to understand (and revel in) the amazing phenomenon of October terrortainment” states Halloween historian and author of Halloween Nation, Lesley Pratt Bannatyne.
Through a fascinating display of meticulously researched ghoulish details, Knott’s Scary Farm expert and industry designer, Ted Dougherty screams to life the riveting history of an event that has terrified millions of helpless victims for over five decades. The History of Knott’s Scary Farm is an audiobook to die for!
Duration - 1h 31m.
Author - Ted Dougherty.
Narrator - Ted Dougherty.
Published Date - Saturday, 27 January 2024.
Copyright - © 2023 Ted Dougherty ©.
Location:
United States
Description:
A NIGHTMARE COME TRUE! The incredible story on how Knott’s Berry Farm’s annual Knott’s Scary Farm became the “world’s largest and scariest Halloween party” is told in the hauntingly striking audiobook – The History of Knott’s Scary Farm, narrated by author, Ted Dougherty. The shrouds of mystery as to how the world-famous Southern California Halloween tradition became a monster of an event are lifted as Dougherty demonstrates how “America’s First Theme Park” conjured a three-day affair in 1973 and created a legacy that has become a worldwide phenomenon. “This is a joy for anyone who wants to relive their childhoods at Knott’s, and a jackpot for readers looking to understand (and revel in) the amazing phenomenon of October terrortainment” states Halloween historian and author of Halloween Nation, Lesley Pratt Bannatyne. Through a fascinating display of meticulously researched ghoulish details, Knott’s Scary Farm expert and industry designer, Ted Dougherty screams to life the riveting history of an event that has terrified millions of helpless victims for over five decades. The History of Knott’s Scary Farm is an audiobook to die for! Duration - 1h 31m. Author - Ted Dougherty. Narrator - Ted Dougherty. Published Date - Saturday, 27 January 2024. Copyright - © 2023 Ted Dougherty ©.
Language:
English
Opening Credits
Duration:00:41:31
What is Knott's Scary Farm?
Duration:05:29:29
Note to the Listener
Duration:01:15:12
Introduction
Duration:12:45:07
Prologue
Duration:13:45:28
Chapter 1: Monsters Monstering: 1973
Duration:22:24:15
Chapter 2: 1001 Startling Sights: 1974-1979
Duration:48:04:21
Chapter 3: The Thrills & Chills Never Stop: 1980-1989
Duration:10:16:27
Chapter 4: Building A Better Nightmare: 1990-1999
Duration:51:33:05
Chapter 5: Everyone Has To Go...Sometime: 2000-2011
Duration:51:30:20
Chapter 6: Nowhere To Hide: 2012-2022
Duration:34:40:44
The Monster in All of Us
Duration:10:31:05
The Evolution of Sliding
Duration:09:06:14
A Special Breed of Vampire
Duration:15:22:26
It's Alive! A Maze is Born
Duration:11:21:24
Season of the Witch
Duration:12:00:53
Ending Credits
Duration:02:43:45