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In a Glass Darkly - Mr Justice Harbottle - cover

In a Glass Darkly - Mr Justice Harbottle

J. SHERIDAN LE FANU

Publisher: CLXBX

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Mr. Justice Harbottle is a darkly atmospheric tale from J. Sheridan Le Fanu's renowned collection In a Glass Darkly, blending supernatural suggestion with psychological tension and moral unease. The story follows a respected judicial figure whose life becomes entangled with unsettling events that hint at forces beyond ordinary explanation.

As the narrative unfolds, the boundary between reality and imagination grows increasingly uncertain. A series of disturbing impressions and inexplicable occurrences begin to shadow the protagonist, raising questions about guilt, judgment, and the hidden consequences of past actions.

Le Fanu constructs the story with meticulous attention to mood and psychological depth, relying on implication and atmosphere rather than overt spectacle. The result is a steadily intensifying sense of dread, where every detail contributes to an overarching feeling of moral and supernatural ambiguity.

Mr. Justice Harbottle stands as a powerful example of Victorian Gothic storytelling, offering readers a haunting exploration of conscience, fear, and the fragile limits of human perception.
Available since: 06/23/2026.
Print length: 44 pages.

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