M. R. James Ghost Stories - Softcover

James, Montague Rhodes

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1398829137 ISBN 13: 9781398829138

Publisher: Sirius Entertainment, 2023

Synopsis

This handsome collection brings together the classic short fiction of M.R. James, one of the most acclaimed ghost story writers of all time who influenced the likes of Stephen King and H. P. Lovecraft.

M. R. James' tales have bewitched and terrified readers for over a century. Set among dark cathedrals, remote inns, and rural estates, with ancient artifacts of awful power lurking in the shadows, a sense of dread and unease builds until some terrible force is unleashed. These haunting tales by one of the genre's all-time greats will keep you transfixed even as your blood turns to ice.

Tales include:
- Oh, Whistle and I'll Come to You, My Lad
- Casting the Runes
- Count Magnus
- Lost Hearts
- The Stalls of Barchester Cathedral
- And many more.

Presented with a striking gothic cover design and featuring an insightful introduction, this makes is a wonderful gift or collectible for any lover of classic literature.

About this title

About the Author

M. R. James (1862-1936) was an English author and a medievalist scholar. He was the provost of King's College, Cambridge from 1905 to 1918, and of Eton College from 1918 to 1936. He was Vice-Chancellor of the University of Cambridge from 1913-15. Though James's scholarly work is still highly regarded, he is best remembered for his ghost stories, which redefined the genre for the 20th century.

Edition details

• Publisher: Sirius Entertainment
• Publication date: 2023
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1398829137
• ISBN 13: 9781398829138
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 256