| Author |
Dickens, Charles, 1812-1870 |
| Title |
Three Ghost Stories
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 74.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Contents |
The haunted house -- The trial for murder -- The signal-man.
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| Credits |
Transcribed from the 1894 Chapman and Hall edition of “Christmas Stories” by David Price
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| Summary |
"Three Ghost Stories" by Charles Dickens is a collection of short stories written during the mid-19th century. This work features eerie narratives blending humor and supernatural elements, revolving around distinctive ghostly encounters that reflect the social context of its time. The opening tale introduces a narrator who, seeking a temporary place of residence, stumbles upon an ominously reputed haunted house, setting the stage for both comedic and chilling experiences. At the start of the collection, the narrator recounts his arrival at a dilapidated house known for its ghostly reputation. As he explores the local gossip surrounding the property, including strange sightings and experiences shared by the townsfolk, he is drawn to the enigmatic ambiance of the house itself. The story unfolds with a humorous yet eerie tone, showcasing characters like the curious landlord and amusing local witnesses, leading the narrator to form an ill-fated plan to inhabit the haunted dwelling alongside a few selected individuals. This mixture of humor, curiosity, and supernatural intrigue serves as an engaging introduction to Dickens's explorations of the ghostly and the macabre, setting a captivating tone for the rest of the stories in this collection. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| Subject |
English fiction
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| Subject |
Ghost stories
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
1289 |
| Release Date |
Apr 1, 1998 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Mar 9, 2013 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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