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M.R. James is probably the finest ghost-story writer England has ever produced. These tales are not only classics of their genre, but are also superb examples of beautifully-paced understatement, convincing background and chilling terror.
As well as the preface, there is a fascinating tail-piece by M.R. James, ‘Stories I Have Tried To Write’, which accompanies these thirty tales. Among them are ‘Casting the Runes’, ‘Oh, Whistle and I’ll Come to You, My Lad’, ‘The Tractate Middoth’, ‘The Ash Tree’ and ‘Canon Alberic’s Scrapbook’.
A note on book covers: while we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
Classic ghost stories blending suspense and atmosphere.
Who is this book for?
If you love chilling tales that build suspense subtly and masterfully, this collection by M.R. James is perfect. His stories are timeless, with atmospheric settings and a slow-burning terror that stays with you long after reading. It's like having a ghost story marathon that keeps you hooked from start to finish.
