A Thin Ghost and Others by M. R. James

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Author James, M. R. (Montague Rhodes), 1862-1936
Title A Thin Ghost and Others
Note Reading ease score: 75.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Contents The residence at Whitminster -- The diary of Mr. Poynter -- An episode of cathedral history -- The story of a disappearance and an appearance -- Two doctors.
Credits E-text prepared by Diane Monico and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team
Summary "A Thin Ghost and Others" by M. R. James is a collection of ghost stories written in the early 20th century. The tales are characterized by supernatural elements and often unfold in antiquarian settings, featuring learned protagonists who confront malevolent spirits. The stories aim to amuse while exploring themes of the eerie and the unknown. The opening of the first story, "The Residence at Whitminster," introduces Dr. Ashton, a clergyman of robust demeanor, who is wrapped in his daily routine while awaiting news of his adopted nephew, Frank. The narrative establishes a backdrop filled with tension as Frank's health deteriorates after a mysterious incident involving his friend, Lord Saul. The presence of dark omens culminates in a tragic event, setting the tone for a tale that intertwines the mundane with the uncanny. As the story progresses, the unsettling atmosphere of the residence foreshadows the spectral events that will inevitably unfold. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Horror tales, English
Subject Short stories, English
Subject Ghost stories, English
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EBook-No. 20387
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Aug 2, 2024
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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