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Christmas After Dark - 36 Holiday Ghost Stories & Supernatural Thrillers - cover

Christmas After Dark - 36 Holiday Ghost Stories & Supernatural Thrillers

Charles Dickens, Nathaniel Hawthorne, George MacDonald, Saki Saki, Robert Louis Stevenson, Grant Allen, John Kendrick Bangs, Bithia Mary Croker, Florence Marryat, J. M. Barrie, E.F. Benson, Jerome K. Jerome, M. R. James, Algernon Blackwood, Mary Elizabeth Braddon, Arthur Conan Doyle, Sabine Baring-Gould, Frank R. Stockton, Fergus Hume, James Bowker, Thomas Hardy, Catherine Crowe, Katherine Rickford, William Douglas O'Connor, Leonard Kip, Catherine L. Pirkis, Lucie E. Jackson, Louisa M. Alcott, Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu

Publisher: DigiCat

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Step into the enchanting realm of the Victorian and Edwardian eras with 'Christmas After Dark - 36 Holiday Ghost Stories & Supernatural Thrillers.' This remarkable anthology offers a kaleidoscopic view of the supernatural, featuring a diverse collection of ghostly tales that echo with holiday cheer and eerie whispers of the past. From spine-chilling hauntings to gentle, mysterious apparitions, the stories capture the paradoxical nature of Christmas, a time of festivity and spectral wonder. While every piece in this collection stands as a testament to the riveting possibilities of supernatural fiction, the anthology as a whole invites readers to ponder the delicate balance between celebration and the shadowy unknown. The anthology brings together the talents of notable literary figures such as Charles Dickens, Arthur Conan Doyle, and M. R. James. Each author contributes a unique voice and vision, enriching the thematic tapestry of this anthology with insights drawn from their historical and cultural milieu. Together, they illuminate the fascination with the otherworldly that gripped the minds of storytellers during these eras, reflecting societal anxieties and the undying allure of mystery, imagination, and tradition. The array of contributing authors ensures a rich dialogue, offering insight into the evolution of Christmas ghost stories. 'Christmas After Dark' is not merely a collection but a scholarly invitation to explore the depths of supernatural fiction through a festive lens. It serves as an unparalleled guide for readers eager to understand diverse narrative techniques and cultural contexts. By engaging with this anthology, readers will experience the thrill of encountering varied literary styles, enhancing their appreciation for the craft of gothic storytelling. Ideal for both aficionados of classic ghost tales and new enthusiasts, this collection promises a memorable, thought-provoking journey into a snow-clad, spectral past.
Available since: 12/13/2023.
Print length: 1015 pages.

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