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Two former college friends reunite after years apart, and the conversation quickly turns to a daring episode from their youthful days—a night when a notorious specter appeared in a deserted plantation house, baffling investigators and earning one of them a reputation for fearless debunking. Now, the once‑skeptical lawyer, hardened by years in public office, confesses that he has personally witnessed ghosts, challenging the narrator’s long‑held disbelief and hinting at a deeper, unsettling reality that lies beyond rational explanation.
The story then shifts to a tense political campaign in a tightly knit Southern county, where old loyalties clash with new ambitions. An elderly former slave, once a loyal supporter, becomes a surprising rival, spurred by the sudden return of his estranged son, a brooding veteran with a mysterious past. As rumors swirl and old grudges surface, the stage is set for a confrontation that will test both belief and bravery.
Full title
The Spectre In The Cart 1908 1908
Language
en
Duration
~43 minutes (41K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by David Widger
Release date
2007-11-16
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1853–1922
Best known for stories that helped shape popular ideas of the Old South, this Virginia writer also moved through public life as a lawyer and diplomat. His work was widely read in the late 19th and early 20th centuries and still offers a revealing window into the culture and myths of its era.
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