Goosebumps for Christmas: 30+ Supernatural Thrillers & Ghost Stories
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, 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
Summary
Goosebumps for Christmas: 30+ Supernatural Thrillers & Ghost Stories is a captivating anthology that transports readers into the unsettling realm of Christmas-themed supernatural narratives. Encompassing a wide range of literary styles, from the psychologically chilling to the whimsically eerie, this collection showcases the labyrinthine imaginations of some of the most esteemed authors from the Gothic and Victorian eras. Each tale intricately weaves themes of ghostly visitations, moral reckoning, and the ethereal unknown, with standout stories skillfully blending the festive ambiance with spectral thrills, ensuring readers are both enchanted and unnerved. The anthology features an eclectic assembly of writers, each contributing their unique voice to the overarching theme of Christmas and the supernatural. Renowned authors such as Dickens and Doyle, alongside lesser-known literary talents, draw from diverse cultural and historical backdrops, enriching the collection with varied interpretations of ghost lore and Victorian society's fascination with the paranormal. This convergence of voices offers a comprehensive exploration of how Christmas, often synonymous with light and joy, can unveil the dark, enigmatic corners of human psyche and morality. Goosebumps for Christmas invites readers on a mesmerizing journey through a kaleidoscope of supernatural tales, ideal for those eager to explore the intersection of festive cheer and otherworldly mystery. It presents an unparalleled opportunity to experience a confluence of storytelling mastery, providing both educational insights and a gripping read. Readers are encouraged to immerse themselves in this timeless collection, gaining a deeper understanding of the narrative techniques that make ghost stories resonate across generations, while fostering an appreciation for the rich tapestry of voices united within its pages.
Available since: 12/13/2023.
Print length: 1015 pages.
