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Billy and Amanda Walker are on a mission to uncover the truth behind the eerie happenings in their town, Boo, Pennsylvania. With the arrival of Mr. Night and his peculiar antique bookstore, strange events unfold, including pumpkin attacks and missing children. As Halloween approaches, the siblings must convince their skeptical community of the danger and unravel the mysteries hidden within the shop before their favorite holiday is ruined and their friends are put in peril.

Macmillan Graded Readers series is one of the most popular simplified readers for learners of English. The information is carefully controlled, with some of the difficult words and phrases explained. This two-story book for Beginner-level students explains how two scholars have dreadful surprises in these classic nineteenth century horror stories.

With carefully adapted text, new illustrations, language practise activities and additional online resources, the Penguin Readers series introduces language learners to bestselling authors and compelling content. Titles include popular classics, exciting contemporary fiction, and thought-provoking non-fiction. Ghost Stories, a Level 3 Reader, is A2 in the CEFR framework. The text is made up of sentences with up to three clauses, introducing first conditional, past continuous and present perfect simple for general experience. It is well supported by illustrations, which appear on most pages. A strange whistle, a dangerous curse, a buried crown and a hotel without a room 13. Don't read these four frightening ghost stories by M.R. James late at night!

Contains the first two volumes of the author's ghost stories, Ghost Stories of an Antiquary and More Ghost Stories of an Antiquary. This collection includes such tales as Count Magnus; Number 13; Casting the Runes; Curse of the Demon; and Oh, Whistle, and I'll Come to You, My Lad.

The aim of a good ghost story is to make the blood freeze, pleasurably, and this M.R. James achieves to perfection in these 31 stories.

This collection of apocryphal texts supersedes the best-selling edition by M. R. James, which was originally published in 1924, and regularly reprinted. Several new texts have come to light since 1924 and the textual base for some of the apocrypha previously translated by James is now more secure, as in several cases there are recently published critical editions available. Although a modest appendix to James's edition was added in 1953, no thorough revision has previously been undertaken. In this volume, J. K. Elliott presents new translations of the texts and has provided each of them with a short introduction and bibliography directed to those who wish to pursue further the issues raised in the texts, or to consult the critical editions, other versions, or general studies. The translations are in modern English, in contrast to James's deliberate imitation of the language of the Authorized Version. The collection is designed to give readers the most important and famous of the Christian apocrypha, together with a select sample of gnostic texts. Full translations of the earliest texts are printed.

M. R. James, an influential figure in the ghost story genre, began his writing career later in life, debuting with "Ghost Stories of an Antiquary" at age 42. Recognized for redefining the ghost story for the 20th century, he is credited as the founder of the 'antiquarian ghost story.' This edition features his classic works, accompanied by a new introductory biography that offers insights into his life and literary contributions, making it accessible for modern readers.

Exploring the intersection of the supernatural and the mundane, the narrative delves into the lives of characters who encounter mysterious forces that challenge their understanding of reality. Themes of belief, fear, and the unknown are woven throughout, as the protagonists grapple with their perceptions and the implications of the spirits that may linger around them. The story invites readers to reflect on the unseen influences that shape our experiences and the deeper connections between the physical and spiritual worlds.

M.R. James' celebrated ghost stories resonate still. A towering presence in literature, TV and film, his work is much admired today. This new collection brings together many of his most famous tales including: Oh, Whistle, and I'll Come to You, My Lad; Canon Alberic's Scrap-Book; The Mezzotint; The Fenstanton Witch; The Experiment; Wailing Well.

A level 4 Oxford Bookworms Library graded reader. Retold for Learners of English by Peter Hawkins. If you find a locked room in a lonely inn, don't try to open it, even on a bright sunny day. If you find a strange whistle hidden among the stones of an old church, don't blow it. If a mysterious man gives you a piece of paper with strange writing on it, give it back to him at once. And if you call a dead man from his grave, don't expect to sleep peacefully ever again. Read these five ghost stories by daylight, and make sure your door is locked.

This selection of twenty-one short stories by M.R. James--a first-class writer of supernatural fiction--represents his best work, including "Count Magnus," "The Rose Garden," "The Uncommon Prayer-book," "Rats," "The Malice of Inanimate Objects," and "A Vignette," as well as the title story.

The masters of the macabre bring the dead to life in these never-before-collected stories and short novels of the vampire in all its frightening forms. Authors include Clive Barker, Robert Bloch, Ramsey Campbell, and David J. Schow. Includes the first publication of Red Reign, by Kim Newman, author of Bad Dreams and The Night Mayor. CONTENTS Introduction: The Children Of The Night by Stephen Jones Human Remains by Clive Barker Necros by Brian Lumley The Man Who Loved The Vampire Lady by Brian Stableford For The Blood Is The Life by F. Marion Crawford The Brood by Ramsey Campbell Hungarian Rhapsody by Robert Bloch Ligeia by Edgar Allan Poe Vampire by Richard Christian Matheson Stragella by Hugh B. Cave A Week In The Unlife by David J. Schow The House At Evening by Francis Garfield The Labyrinth by R. Chetwynd-Hayes Beyond Any Measure by Karl Edward Wagner Doctor Porthos by Basil Copper Dracula's Guest by Bram Stoker It Only Comes Out At Night by Dennis Etchison Dracula's Chair by Peter Tremayne The Better Half by Melanie Tem An Episode of Cathedral History by M.R. James Chastel by Manly Wade Wellman Der Untergang Des Abendlandesmenschen by Howard Waldrop The Room In The Tower by E.F. Benson Laird of Dunain by Graham Masterson Midnight Mass by F. Paul Wilson Blood Gothic by Nancy Holder Yellow Fog by Les Daniels Vintage Domestic by Steve Rasnic Tem Red Reign by Kim Newman Vampire Sestina by Neil Gaiman

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 • 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.

An Elementary Level title in a series of ELT readers comprising a wide range of stories and divided into five levels: Starter Level, with about 300 basic words; Beginner (600); Elementary (1100); Intermediate (1600); and Upper (2200). Some of the titles are also available on cassette.

The second in a series of republished classic literature, The Ghost Stories of M. R. James collects the tales that best illustrate his quiet mastery of the ghost story form.

Included in this volume of J. Sheridan Le Fanu's marvellous ghost stories are "Madam Crowl's Ghost"; "Squire Toby's Will"; "Dickon the Devil"; "The Child That Went with the Fairies"; "The White Cat of Drumgunniol"; "An Account of Some Strange Disturbances in Aungier Street"; Ghost Stories of Chapelizod, including "The Village Bully," "The Sexton's Adventure," "The Specter Lovers"; "Wicked Captain Walshawe, of Wauling"; "Sir Dominick's Bargain"; "Ultor de Lacy"; "The Vision of Tom Chuff"; and Stories of Lough Guir, including "The Magician Earl," "Moll Rial's Adventure," "The Banshee," "The Governess's Dream," and "The Earl's Hall."

Featuring 15 classic ghost stories from renowned authors, this anthology immerses readers in the eerie charm of the paranormal. It showcases tales from the Golden Age of ghost storytelling, including haunted mansions, dark crypts, and vengeful curses. Acclaimed writers such as Edgar Allan Poe, Sheridan Le Fanu, and M. R. James bring these supernatural delights to life, making this beautifully presented edition a perfect gift for fans of the genre.

M. R. James, an esteemed English medieval scholar and provost at both King's College and Eton College, is renowned for his innovative ghost stories. He transformed the genre by moving away from traditional Gothic elements, opting instead for realistic contemporary settings. His narratives often feature protagonists and plots that echo his antiquarian interests, establishing him as the pioneer of the "antiquarian ghost story." James's work has left a lasting impact on the ghost story genre, making him a significant figure in early 20th-century literature.

Set in December 1730, the narrative introduces Dr. Ashton-Thomas Ashton, a robust and contemplative Doctor of Divinity. Described in detail, he sits in his study, clad in a dressing gown and silk cap, with his wig resting nearby. The room is adorned with bookcases and is illuminated by the afternoon sun. A cluttered table beside him holds various items, including writing tools, books, and a flask, hinting at a life steeped in scholarly pursuits and perhaps a touch of indulgence. The scene captures a moment of introspection and character depth.

Stories by a visionary master of supernatural fiction The second volume of the only annotated edition of M. R. James's complete writings currently available, this book brings together tales from James's final two volumes, A Thin Ghost and Others and A Warning to the Curious. I n these stories, James continues his transformation of the ghost story from its nineteenth-century heritage.

Cinema audiences all over the world enjoy a good ghost story, and for over half a century stories by the famous writers of supernatural fiction have been adapted for the screen. Classics of the Supernatural brings together the best of these chilling, inspirational tales.Collected here for the first time are short stories and self-contained episodes from works which inspired such classic pictures as The Old Dark House, The Ghost goes West, Dead Of Night, Ghost Story and Beetlejuice. As several of these stories have not appeared in paperback before or have long been out of print, Classics of the Supernatural is a must for anyone who loves a chilling tale.Content (in the book's contents list, movie titles are used):- Halloween's Child (Haunted) by James Herbert- Night Sequence (The Old Dark House) by J.B. Priestley- Sir Tristram Goes West (The Ghost Goes West) by Eric Keown- A Smokey Lady in Knickers (Topper) by Thorne Smith- Samhain (The Uninvited) by Dorothy Macardle- The Extraordinarily Horrible Dummy (Dead Of Night) by Gerald Kersh- Casting the Runes (Night Of The Demon) by M.R. James- The Bus (The Haunting) by Shirley Jackson- The Trespassers (The Stone Tape) by Nigel Kneale- Lucy Comes To Stay (Asylum) by Robert Bloch- Don't Look Now by Daphne du Maurier- Harlequin (Halloween) by John Carpenter- Halley's Passing (Beetlejuice) by Michael McDowell

A tree full of enormous spiders; curtains like a dead man's hair; an old man with no heart - these are some of the things that readers will discover in these terrifying short stories.

A high-pitched laugh echoes in an empty church. Servants discover their master dead in his bed, the only sign of disturbance an open window. The coffin of a woman hanged as a witch is found to be empty. A bed that hasn't been slept in is crumpled and distressed come the morning. A skeletal figure creeps closer and closer to the house where an unsuspecting family lie sleeping. In these chilling tales of the supernatural, M. R. James proves he truly is the master of the ghost story. Selected from the book Ghost Stories by M.R. James VINTAGE MINIS- GREAT MINDS. BIG IDEAS. LITTLE BOOKS. A series of short books by the world's greatest writers on the experiences that make us human Also in the Vintage Minis series- Drinking by John Cheever Summer by Laurie Lee Friendship by Rose Tremain Love by Jeanette Winterson

Here is a fascinating journey into a world none of us mere mortals can usually see: a world of weird enchantment, where all is not as it seems, where fantastic beauty is commonplace, where strange beings are hidden just out of sight everywhere, and disturbing danger lurks around every corner...

M. R. James, born in 1862, is recognized for redefining the ghost story genre in the 20th century, particularly through his influential collection, Ghost Stories of an Antiquary. He is credited as the founder of the 'antiquarian ghost story,' a unique subgenre that blends historical elements with supernatural themes. This edition includes a new introductory biography, offering readers insight into James's life and literary contributions, making these classic works accessible in high-quality, modern formats.

If you find a locked room in a lonely inn, don't try to open it, even on a bright sunny day. If you find a strange whistle hidden among the stones of an old church, don't blow it. If a mysterious man gives you a piece of paper with strange writing on it, give it back to him at once. And if you call a dead man from his grave, don't expect to sleep peacefully ever again. Read these five ghost stories by daylight, and make sure your door is locked.

What is the crown, and why is it important for England? In this gripping mystery, the answers are all in Seaburgh, a small town near the sea.

Halloween might seem like the spookiest time of year, but Charles Dickens and other great ghost story writers felt otherwise!

Classic / British English (Available February 2008) Two Englishmen go away for a quiet holiday. But it is not very quiet in one man's hotel room. Somebody - or something - is using the other bed. What is it and why is it angry? The other man sees things, but they are not really there. Or are they? What is happening? Read these ghost stories and be afraid. Be very afraid!

Contents:Prefatory Note -- Perfatory List of Apocalypses, Manuscript and other -- Note on the Norwich Apocalypse -- The Apocalypse in Art -- First Period -- Second Period -- Second Period Concluded -- Third Period -- Notes to Lecture I -- Notes to Lecture II -- Notes to Lecture III -- Index of Libraries.

This work is a reproduction of an original text, published by Megali, a house dedicated to making historical works accessible through large print editions. The focus on readability caters specifically to individuals with impaired vision, ensuring that important texts remain available to a wider audience.

The book presents a collection of captivating legends from the Old Testament, beautifully illustrated by HJ Ford. It features an easy-to-read layout that makes these ancient stories accessible to readers of all ages. Each legend is thoughtfully retold, highlighting the rich narratives and moral lessons inherent in the texts, making it an engaging resource for both children and adults seeking to explore biblical tales in a visually appealing format.

The work presents a retelling of the Hebrew Bible, covering events from Genesis to the end of 1 Samuel, and chronicles Biblical history from Adam through to Saul. Although attributed to the Jewish writer Philo Judaeus, scholars suggest it was likely authored by someone else, known as 'Pseudo-Philo.' The text offers a unique interpretation of familiar Biblical narratives, providing insight into early Jewish thought and historical context.

The publishing house Megali focuses on making historical works accessible by reproducing them in large print. This initiative aims to assist individuals with impaired vision, ensuring they can enjoy and engage with classic literature.

This collection features seven notable ghost stories selected for their significance and chilling narratives. Curated by critic Augst Nemo, the anthology includes works by renowned authors such as Sheridan Le Fanu, Elizabeth Gaskell, and Rudyard Kipling, each exploring themes of haunted spaces and tormented souls. Additionally, readers will find a bonus essay, "Supernatural Horror in Literature," by the influential H. P. Lovecraft, providing further insight into the genre's impact and evolution.

M.R. James's ghost stories revolutionize the genre by moving away from traditional Gothic elements and instead incorporating realistic, contemporary settings. This collection showcases his unique approach to storytelling, focusing on subtlety and psychological tension, which enhances the chilling atmosphere of his narratives. James's work is known for its intricate plots and memorable characters, making it a significant contribution to the ghost story tradition.

This publication focuses on making historical works accessible to individuals with impaired vision through large print. Megali, the publishing house behind this initiative, aims to preserve and reproduce important texts while enhancing readability.

Covering a wide range of historical periods, this two-volume catalogue details 183 Latin manuscripts spanning from the sixth to the nineteenth centuries. It features 187 plates that illustrate the manuscripts, providing a rich visual context for scholars and enthusiasts of historical texts. The comprehensive descriptions aim to enhance understanding of these significant works, highlighting their cultural and historical importance.

Featuring a collection of stories from renowned authors, this anthology includes works by M.R. James, O. Henry, Guy de Maupassant, and Anton Chekhov. Each tale showcases the unique narrative style and thematic depth of these literary giants, offering readers a diverse exploration of human experiences and emotions. The compilation is a celebration of storytelling, perfect for those seeking classic literature with rich character development and captivating plots.

M. R. James (1862-1936) revolutionized the ghost story by moving away from Gothic clichés and incorporating realistic settings. Known as the father of the "antiquarian ghost story," his tales reflect his scholarly interests. This edition features his most celebrated stories, showcasing his mastery in the genre.

Dive into this collection of exquisite, classic horror stories--just make sure to have the lights on and the doors locked! First published in 1904, Ghost Stories of an Antiquarycontains eight tales of supernatural horror by genre master M.R. James. Highly regarded as a masterwork of horror, this collection is a must-have for fans of the frightful. The stories in this collection include: "Canon Alberic's Scrap-Book," "Lost Hearts," "The Mezzotint," "The Ash-Tree." "Number 13," "Count Magnus," "Oh, Whistle and I'll Come to You, My Lad," and "The Treasure of Abbot Thomas."

This is one of a series of graded readers for elementary to intermediate level English, designed to lead into levels 4 and 5 of Simple Stories. A tree full of enormous spiders, curtains like a dead man's hair, an old man with no eyes and a boy with no heart. These are some of the stories in this collection. There are approximately three pages of pre- and post-reading exercises in this book.

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Alle unheimlichen Erzählungen des englischen Meisters. Illustriert von Les Edwards. H. P. Lovecraft: »M. R. James ist einer der absolut besten Autoren des Unheimlichen … Mit einer geradezu diabolischen Macht beschwört er das Grauen aus dem Alltag herauf.« Neil Gaiman: »James schrieb die besten Geistergeschichten. Keiner hat ihn je erreicht.« Ruth Rendell: »Für mich war M. R. James ein Genie.« Christopher Lee: »Seine Geistergeschichten werden wohl niemals übertroffen.« Stephen Jones hat diese Ausgabe in 2 Bänden zusammengestellt und ein ausführliches Nachwort hinzugefügt. Inhalt Band 1: Vorwort des Herausgebers Gespenster – geht behutsam mit ihnen um! Gespenstergeschichten Die Sammlung des Domherren Alberic Eine Herzenssache Die Esche Graf Magnus Die Mezzotinto-Radierung Nummer 13 »Pfeif nur, dann eil ich zu dir, mein Freund!« Der Schatz des Abtes Thomas Das Chorgestühl der Kathedrale von Barchester Die Macht der Runen Die endlose Liebe der Ann Clark Die sonderbare Erbschaft des Mr. Humphreys Der Rosengarten Eine Schulgeschichte Der Traktat Middoth Jemand verschwindet, jemand erscheint Die Ruhestätte der Lamia Das Tagebuch des Mr. Poynter Die Stiftsresidenz in Whitminster

Alte und neue Spukhaus- und Geistergeschichten von den großen Autoren des Unheimlichen. Lesen auf eigene Gefahr! Robert Arthur: Glauben Sie an Gespenster? Charles Birkin: Ist da jemand? Algernon Blackwood: Angriff auf die Seele Rhoda Broughton: Die Wahrheit, die ganze Wahrheit und nichts als die Wahrheit A. M. Burrage: Smee Nancy A. Collins: Da ist jemand in der Küche Mary Elizabeth Counselman: Der Geist des Schrot-Turms Walter de la Mare: Der Quinkunx Henry James: Spuk in Bly Manor - Die Schlinge wird enger M. R. James: Der Schatz des Abtes Thomas Stephen King: Zimmer 1408 Marghanita Laski: Der Turm H. P. Lovecraft: Träume im Hexenhaus Laura Purcell: Kriechender Efeu Mary E. Wilkins Freeman: Das verlassene Gespenst Carlos Ruiz Zafón: »Wir leben in einer Zeit mit einem dunklen Herzen, die reif ist für das Dunkle und Schauerliche ...« Sarah Perry: »Gothic ist kein Genre. Gothic ist eher ein Gefühl und offenbar nur schwer zu beschreiben.« Das Hardcover mit Leseband ist mit einer Bronzefolie veredelt. Format 22 x 14,5 cm.

Quella che presentiamo è la più vasta antologia di racconti sui fantasmi oggi disponibile. Questa raccolta, infatti, copre un arco temporale che va dal Fantasma che stava in tutte le stanze di Daniel Defoe (1712) ai giorni nostri. Tratti dalla migliore narrativa del Soprannaturale di tutto il mondo, i cento racconti proposti in questo volume testimoniano di una tendenza a considerare il Fantastico non tanto come un mondo differente e alternativo al reale, ma piuttosto come una sorta di estensione diuest'ultimo in territori normalmente inesplorati. I tetri castelli sassoni, le algide caligini delle Highlands e le desolate brughiere americane ed europee fanno da sfondo alle storie sull'Aldilà, sulle anime vaganti e sui tormenti dei d nnati e degli empi, create dai maggiori scrittori a livello mondiale.

Der Autor M.R. James perfektionierte eine Methode des Geschichtenerzählens, die seither als Jamesianisch bekannt geworden ist. Die klassische James'sche Erzählung enthält in der Regel folgende Elemente: einen charaktervollen Schauplatz in einem englischen Dorf, einer Küstenstadt oder einem Landgut; eine alte Stadt in Frankreich, Dänemark oder Schweden; oder eine ehrwürdige Abtei oder Universität ein unauffälliger und eher naiver Gentleman-Gelehrter als Protagonist (oft von zurückhaltender Natur) die Entdeckung eines alten Buches oder eines anderen antiquarischen Gegenstandes, der auf irgendeine Weise den Zorn oder zumindest die unwillkommene Aufmerksamkeit einer übernatürlichen Bedrohung, meist aus dem Jenseits, auf sich zieht James zufolge muss die Geschichte "den Leser in die Lage versetzen, sich zu sagen: 'Wenn ich nicht sehr vorsichtig bin, könnte mir so etwas passieren!'" Er perfektionierte auch die Technik, übernatürliche Ereignisse durch Andeutungen zu erzählen, den Leser die Lücken füllen zu lassen und sich auf die alltäglichen Details seiner Schauplätze und Figuren zu konzentrieren, um die schrecklichen und bizarren Elemente in den Vordergrund zu rücken. Diese Elemente der James'schen Geschichten garantieren dem Leser ein schauriges Lesevergnügen.

Na samém konci 19. století, v době, kdy vrcholila éra anglických duchařských příběhů, přichází nenápadný gentleman Montague R. James – uznávaný odborník na staré rukopisy a vysoce postavený učenec, který po večerech toliko pro své potěšení píše strašidelné příběhy. Z pouhé zábavy se však stal literární skvost – James totiž nově definoval klasický duchařský příběh tím, že do něj věrohodné reálie, opravdové násilí, bezmála hmatatelnou zlovolnou hrozbu a krutá, nic nepromíjející strašidla. Tím založil tradici nových duchařských příběhů 20. století a jeho dílem se dodnes inspirují spisovatelé i filmoví tvůrci. První mu vzdal hold sám H. P. Lovecraft, když jej nazval „jedním z mála opravdových mistrů“. V nakladatelství Plus vychází souborně celé Jamesovo dílo věnované žánru ghost story ve dvou svazcích s vysvětlivkami, komentáři a zasvěceným esejem v druhém svazku, tak jak je tomu zvykem v edici Pandaemonium.

Sbírka povídek klasiků hororu Ambrose Bierce a Montagua R. Jamese. „Bierce nevytvářel mýty a vize, ale anekdoty. Takové, jaké přišly do módy o půl století později a kterým se dnes říká „černé“. Není v tomto oboru většího mistra.“ – Josef Škvorecký A Montague R. James? Jeho povídky, to je malý zázrak. James se stal klasikem hororového žánru „ghost story“, a k tomu je ještě ze všech nejlepší...... celý text

Druhým svazkem Strašidelných spisů se završuje první úplné české vydání beletristického díla Montague R. Jamese, klíčové osobnosti moderní anglické strašidelné povídky. Český čtenář tak má možnost poznat v souvislostech rozsahem nevelké, a přesto impozantní dílo, které dodnes překvapuje svou originalitou. Autor se vedle próz napsaných v letech 1919 až 1936 u nás poprvé představuje svými nedokončenými povídkami, zanechanými v rukopise – jsou natolik působivé, že rozněcují fantazii čtenářů po celém světě a vybízejí k promýšlení možných point a konců.

Soubor čtrnácti krátkých strašidelných a hororových povídek anglického autora z přelomu 19. a 20. století. Povídky jsou i co do dramatičnosti velmi různé, některé jsou jen strašidelné báchorky o duchu zemřelých bloudících hřbitovem, jiné jsou však plné mystiky a tajuplných skrývaček dávných zločinů. Připomínají silně gotické romány, které mají v Anglii svoji tradici. Autorem je anglický vědec a vysokoškolský pedagog, který publikoval v životě dnes zapomenutá vědecká díla a po němž dodnes zůstaly právě jeho povídky, které vymýšlel na schůzky svých přátel jako kratochvíli.