Ghost Stories Of An Antiquary

Ghost Stories Of An Antiquary

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Condition: SECONDHAND

This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.

Author: M.R. James
Binding: Hardback
Published: BCA, 1976

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Yellowed
Markings: No markings

This collection, Ghost Stories Of An Antiquary, presents a chilling array of supernatural tales from a master of the macabre. M.R. James, with his distinctive scholarly voice, crafts narratives that subtly build dread through ancient curses, malevolent spirits, and unearthed relics. Each story illustrates the terrifying consequences of disturbing the past, often featuring unassuming academics or antiquarians who stumble upon horrors beyond their comprehension. The prose is meticulously detailed, creating an atmosphere of quiet terror that lingers long after the final page. This volume is a cornerstone of classic English ghost fiction, showcasing a unique blend of erudition and unsettling suspense.

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Description

Author: M.R. James
Binding: Hardback
Published: BCA, 1976

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Yellowed
Markings: No markings

This collection, Ghost Stories Of An Antiquary, presents a chilling array of supernatural tales from a master of the macabre. M.R. James, with his distinctive scholarly voice, crafts narratives that subtly build dread through ancient curses, malevolent spirits, and unearthed relics. Each story illustrates the terrifying consequences of disturbing the past, often featuring unassuming academics or antiquarians who stumble upon horrors beyond their comprehension. The prose is meticulously detailed, creating an atmosphere of quiet terror that lingers long after the final page. This volume is a cornerstone of classic English ghost fiction, showcasing a unique blend of erudition and unsettling suspense.