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FAMOUS MODERN GHOST STORIES - SELECTED, WITH AN INTRODUCTION - BY - DOROTHY SCARBOROUGH, Ph.D. - LECTURER IN ENGLISH, COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY AUTHOR OF THE SUPERNATURAL IN MODERN ENGLISH FICTION, FUGITIVE VERSES, FROM A SOUTHERN PORCH, ETC. COMPILER OF HUMOROUS GHOST STORIES
The Imperishable Ghost - INTRODUCTION
The Willows - By ALGERNON BLACKWOOD
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The Shadows on the Wall - By MARY E. WILKINS FREEMAN
A thoughtfully compiled anthology brings together some of the most memorable ghost stories that emerged in the early twentieth century. Each tale offers a distinct voice—ranging from subtle, psychological hauntings to vivid, theatrical apparitions—while maintaining a common thread of lingering unease. The selection showcases how writers of the period used the supernatural to reflect everyday anxieties, from the drudgery of modern life to the lingering shadows of war.
The accompanying introduction delves into why specters continue to captivate us, tracing the surge in literary hauntings to a growing cultural fascination with the unseen. It examines how ghosts have become both personal companions and cultural symbols, offering listeners a glimpse into the scholarly perspective behind the stories. This context enriches the listening experience, inviting you to consider the deeper currents that shape each eerie encounter.
Together, the stories and commentary create a compelling portrait of a genre that thrives on imagination and the timeless thrill of the unknown, making it an engaging journey for any lover of the macabre.
Language
en
Duration
~9 hours (523K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2005-02-22
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
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