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A Warning to the Curious and Other Ghost Stories: With Original Annotation

M.R. James
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A Warning to the Curious and Other Ghost Stories: With Original Annotation

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2021

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M.R. James

A Warning to the Curious and Other Ghost Stories: With Original Annotation

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2021
Book Details
Pages

112

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

England • Early 20th Century

Publication Year

2021

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

14+ years

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Super Short Summary

A Warning to the Curious and Other Ghost Stories: With Original Annotation by M.R. James is a collection of supernatural tales, each enriched with annotations. Stories like "A Warning to the Curious" explore eerie and mysterious encounters, blending historical settings with ghostly elements. The annotations provide context, enhancing readers' understanding of the themes and settings.

Mysterious

Unnerving

Dark

Suspenseful

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A Warning to the Curious and Other Ghost Stories: With Original Annotation by M.R. James is praised for its eerie storytelling and atmospheric tension, enhanced by insightful annotations. Some readers find the annotations distracting, while others appreciate the added depth. Overall, the collection captivates audiences with its blend of classic horror and scholarly commentary.

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Who Should Read A Warning to the Curious and Other Ghost Stories: With Original Annotation?

Readers who relish A Warning to the Curious and Other Ghost Stories: With Original Annotation enjoy classic, atmospheric ghost stories akin to The Turn of the Screw by Henry James. They appreciate richly detailed narratives and historical context, perfect for fans of The Haunted Bookshop by Christopher Morley.

Book Details
Pages

112

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

England • Early 20th Century

Publication Year

2021

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

14+ years

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