James, M. R.
Collected Ghost Stories: (OWC Hardback)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780198797364
- author:
- James, M. R.
- format:
- HardBack
- publisher:
- OUP Oxford
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2017
- Pages:
- 512
- Dimensions:
- 21.8 x 4.3 x 14.2 cm
- Genre:
- Fiction, Classics, ,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
M.R. James' Collected Ghost Stories presents a chilling collection of supernatural tales that draw on the terrors of everyday life. Written by an eminent scholar, these stories are set in isolated locations such as country houses, remote inns, and ancient churches, where the boundaries between reality and the unknown are blurred. The book features all of James' published ghost stories, including the unforgettable "Oh, Whistle and I'll Come to You, My Lad" and "Casting the Runes". A fascinating introduction and notes by Darryl Jones provide insight into James's background and mastery of the genre he pioneered. This edition offers a comprehensive collection of James' work, making it an essential choice for fans of horror and supernatural fiction. With its focus on the unsettling power of everyday objects and settings, this collection is sure to unsettle and disturb readers.
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