The Ghost Pirates

William Hope Hodgson

Summary

\"The Ghost Pirates\" is a gripping novel by William Hope Hodgson, first published in 1909. Set aboard a haunted ship, the story follows a crew tormented by malevolent supernatural forces that threaten their sanity and lives. Hodgson\'s atmospheric descriptions and skillful characterizations create an eerie and suspenseful narrative, immersing readers in a chilling world of maritime horror.

Available since: 05/31/2023.

Print length: 147 pages.

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