Download or read book The Canterville Ghost Illustrated Classics Oscar Wilde graphic novel written by Oscar Wilde and published by Namaskar Book. This book was released on 2024-02-12 with total page 40 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Embark on a hauntingly delightful adventure with Oscar Wilde's timeless tale, "The Canterville Ghost: Illustrated Classics." Immerse yourself in the whimsical world of this Oscar Wilde graphic novel, where humor, wit, and the supernatural collide in a tale that has charmed readers for generations. As you journey through the pages of this beautifully illustrated classic, prepare to be captivated by Wilde's signature blend of satire and storytelling. Follow the Otis family as they move into Canterville Chase and encounter the mischievous ghost who haunts its halls. But amidst the laughter and ghostly pranks, a poignant question emerges: What secrets lie hidden within the walls of Canterville Chase, and what mysteries await those brave enough to uncover them? Join Wilde's unforgettable characters as they navigate the twists and turns of this timeless ghost story. From the ghostly antics of Sir Simon to the unlikely friendship that blossoms between him and the fearless Virginia Otis, each page is filled with humor, heart, and the magic of storytelling. Are you ready to experience the charm and enchantment of Oscar Wilde's beloved tale in graphic novel form? Prepare to be spellbound by the stunning artwork and captivating storytelling of "The Canterville Ghost: Illustrated Classics" by Oscar Wilde. Whether you're a fan of the original story or discovering it for the first time, this graphic novel adaptation is sure to delight readers of all ages. Here's your chance to journey into the heart of Canterville Chase and uncover its ghostly secrets. Dive into "The Canterville Ghost: Illustrated Classics" by Oscar Wilde and let the magic of this timeless tale transport you to a world where the supernatural meets the sublime. Seize the opportunity to experience the wonder and whimsy of Oscar Wilde's classic ghost story in a whole new way. Purchase "The Canterville Ghost: Illustrated Classics" now, and let the beauty of Wilde's prose and the power of graphic storytelling come together in an unforgettable reading experience.
Download or read book The Canterville Ghost Illustrated Classics Oscar Wilde graphic novel written by Oscar Wilde and published by Prabhat Prakashan. This book was released on with total page 41 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Greatest Works of Oscar Wilde Part 3 The Picture of Dorian Gray The Canterville Ghost Illustrated Classics Oscar Wilde graphic novel Salom A Tragedy in One Act written by Oscar Wilde and published by Prabhat Prakashan. This book was released on 2022-07-22 with total page 290 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This Combo Collection (Set of 3 Books) includes All-time Bestseller Books. This anthology contains: The Picture of Dorian Gray The Canterville Ghost : Illustrated Classics (Oscar Wilde graphic novel) Salomé: A Tragedy in One Act
Download or read book The Canterville Ghost the Graphic Novel Original Text written by Sean Michael Wilson and published by . This book was released on 2011-08 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Presents in graphic novel format an adaptation of Wilde's story of a celebrated and feared English ghost who is outraged when the new American owners of his haunting place refuse to take him seriously and actually fight back against him.
Download or read book The Canterville Ghost written by Oscar Wilde and published by Classical Comics, Limited. This book was released on 2010 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The American Otis family get more than they bargain for when they move into the English stately home of Canterville Chase. No matter how much they refuse to believe the rumors, the mansion is indeed haunted. The ghost of Sir Simon de canterville has roamed the halls and corridors for some three hundred years, ever since he murdered his wife there; but now this new family has arrived to pester him!"--Page 4 of cover
Download or read book The Canterville Ghost Illustrated written by Oscar Wilde and published by . This book was released on 2014-08-14 with total page 55 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The story of the Canterville Ghost takes place in an old English country house, Canterville Chase, which has all the accoutrements of a traditional haunted house. Descriptions of the wainscoting, the library panelled in black oak, and the armour in the hallway characterize the Gothic setting. Wilde mixes the macabre with comedy, juxtaposing devices from traditional English ghost stories such as creaking floorboards, clanking chains, and ancient prophecies with symbols of contemporary American consumerism.
Download or read book The Canterville Ghost written by Oscar Wilde and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2018-06-18 with total page 48 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Canterville Ghost by Oscar Wilde A terrifying ghost is haunting the ancient mansion of Canterville Chase, complete with creaking floorboards, clanking chains and gruesome disguises - but the new occupants seem strangely undisturbed by his presence. Deftly contrasting the conventional gothic ghost story with the pragmatism of the modern world, Wilde creates a gently comic fable of the conflict between old and new. We are delighted to publish this classic book as part of our extensive Classic Library collection. Many of the books in our collection have been out of print for decades, and therefore have not been accessible to the general public. The aim of our publishing program is to facilitate rapid access to this vast reservoir of literature, and our view is that this is a significant literary work, which deserves to be brought back into print after many decades. The contents of the vast majority of titles in the Classic Library have been scanned from the original works. To ensure a high quality product, each title has been meticulously hand curated by our staff. Our philosophy has been guided by a desire to provide the reader with a book that is as close as possible to ownership of the original work. We hope that you will enjoy this wonderful classic work, and that for you it becomes an enriching experience.
Download or read book The Canterville Ghost Annotated with Original Illustrations written by Oscar Wilde and published by . This book was released on 2021-07-14 with total page 41 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Canterville Ghost was first published in 1887 in The Court and Society Review. The first part was published on February 23, with the second installment following on March 2. It was accompanied by illustrations. By 1887, Wilde had achieved a significant reputation as a poet, playwright, lecturer, and flamboyant public figure. Beginning around 1885, he had also become involved in the world of periodicals and magazines, initially by writing reviews and articles. This transition to a more stable form of income was important because Wilde now had a wife and two young children to support. The Canterville Ghost was the Wilde's first piece of short prose fiction to be published, but it was quickly followed by other tales and stories. By 1888, he had published his first short story collection, The Happy Prince and Other Tales. The Canterville Ghost was not included in this collection, but it did appear in Wilde's 1891 collection, Lord Arthur Savile's Crime and Other Stories. Wilde wrote the story after spending months touring America as a lecturer and honing his observations on American culture. Wilde's story is not just one of his most anthologized works, but also one of his most adaptable. Sir Simon--the titular ghost--has been portrayed on screen by, among others, Charles Laughton, John Gielgud, and Patrick Stewart. Wilde's story has been adapted into at least three different operas in three different languages in addition to a stage musical, a graphic novel, a Bollywood film, and any number of very loose adaptations. The comedy, short length, and accessible writing style have also made it popular with young readers as an introduction to the short-story genre. Wilde was not the first writer to toy with the idea of a comedic ghost; previous examples include the ghost that haunts Ebenezer Scrooge in Charles Dickens's A Christmas Carol and Ichabod Crane's nemesis in Sleepy Hollow. And even the Ghost of Christmas Past and the Headless Horseman were capable of inspiring shrieks as much as guffaws--none came anywhere close to inspiring more squeals of laughter than squeals of alarm in readers. So, in a very real sense, The Canterville Ghost serves as an ancestor for all horror-comedy to follow, from Abbott and Costello Meet Frankenstein to Ghostbusters to Shaun of the Dead.
Download or read book The Canterville Ghost by written by Oscar Wilde and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2016-09-27 with total page 38 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The Canterville Ghost" is a short story by Oscar Wilde, widely adapted for the screen and stage. It was the first of Wilde's stories to be published, appearing in two parts in The Court and Society Review, 23 February and 2 March 1887.[1] The story is about a family who moves to a castle haunted by the ghost of a dead nobleman, who killed his wife and was starved to death by his wife's brothers.The home of the Canterville Ghost was the ancient Canterville Chase, which has all the accoutrements of a traditional haunted house. Descriptions of the wainscoting, the library panelled in black oak, and the armour in the hallway characterise the setting. Wilde mixes the macabre with comedy, juxtaposing devices from traditional English ghost stories such as creaking floorboards, clanking chains, and ancient prophecies. The story begins when Mr Otis and family move into Canterville Chase, despite warnings from Lord Canterville that the house is haunted. Mr Otis says that he will take the furniture as well as the ghost at valuation. The Otis family includes Mr and Mrs Otis, their eldest son Washington, their daughter Virginia and the Otis twins. The other characters include the Canterville Ghost, the Duke of Cheshire (who wants to marry Virginia), Mrs Umney (the housekeeper), and Rev. Augustus Dampier. At first, none of the Otis family believe in ghosts, but shortly after they move in, none of them can deny the presence of Sir Simon de Canterville . The family hears clanking chains, they witness reappearing bloodstains "on the floor just by the fireplace," which are removed every time they appear in various forms. But, humorously, none of these scare the Otis family in the least. In fact, upon hearing the clanking noises in the hallway, Mr Otis promptly gets out of bed and pragmatically offers the ghost Tammany Rising Sun Lubricator to oil his chains.
Download or read book The Canterville Ghost written by Oscar Wilde and published by . This book was released on 2021-04-22 with total page 54 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The Canterville Ghost" is a humorous short story by Oscar Wilde. It was the first of Wilde's stories to be published, appearing in two parts in The Court and Society Review, 23 February and 2 March 1887 The story is about an American family who moved to a castle haunted by the ghost of a dead English nobleman, who killed his wife and was then walled in and starved to death by his wife's brothers. It has been adapted for the stage and screen several times.
Download or read book The Canterville Ghost Complete and Unabridged with Extensive Notes written by Oscar Wilde and published by . This book was released on 2013-07 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Paperback with 46 Pages of Additional Content (Summaries, Critical Notes, Glossary, Exercises, and more) The Canterville Ghost of the Ratna Sagar Classics Series is an enriched edition that any keen reader of literature will be pleased to have. The book includes: a. Brief, well-written Introduction to the novella b. Annotations that are comprehensive, covering not only the meanings of words and phrases peculiar to the period in which the book was written, but explaining any concept or historical event that may not be easily understood or recalled c. Summary at the end of each chapter that is concise yet sufficiently detailed to provide a faithful reproduction of that part of the story d. Critical notes at the end of each chapter that present an analysis of the chapter so that the reader can identify the nuances, allusions, and underlying meanings, and therefore appreciate the story better e. General notes at the end of the book that present an overview of the book, contexting it in the period in which it was written, and discuss the major themes, characters, or the genre of the book f. Artwork that bring to life certain episodes in the story Suggestions for further reading and website links that the reader will find informative and helpful The Canterville Ghost was Oscar Wilde's first published story, and it premiered in the magazine The Court and Society Review (February, 1887). Later, it was published in a collection of short stories titled Lord Arthur Savile's Crime and Other Stories (1891). Set in late the 19th century, it tells about an American family's encounter with the ghost of an English nobleman. The setting is an old English country house, Canterville Chase. It has all the trappings of a traditional haunted house, but the family that comes to live there belongs to a practical, modern way of life. This sets the stage for the novella. A contrast is shown between traditional English society, which has its roots in a nearly two thousand-year-old history and modern, practical American society, which belongs a nation discovered only in the 17th century. The seller of Canterville Chase, Lord Canterville, and the buyer, Mr Otis, represent these two cultures, respectively. The ghost of Sir Simon, a family ancestor, tries his best to scare the Otis family with the most gruesome appearances. However, the realistic American family refuses to get scared, and Sir Simon ends up only with comic failures. The Canterville Ghost is the kind of story one would write if one wanted to make fun of hair-raising ghost stories. Yet, there are moments of pure sentiment that do not seem misplaced in the narrative. Wilde's mastery over sentiment and comedy alike makes this book a perennial favourite. Not surprisingly, the novella has been widely adapted for the screen, theatre, and graphic medium.
Download or read book The Canterville Ghost Book Illustrated written by Oscar Wilde and published by . This book was released on 2021-01-27 with total page 46 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The Canterville Ghost" is a humorous short story by Oscar Wilde. It was the first of Wilde's stories to be published, appearing in two parts in The Court and Society Review, 23 February and 2 March 1887. The story is about an American family who move to a castle haunted by the ghost of a dead English nobleman, who killed his wife and was then walled in and starved to death by his wife's brothers. It has been adapted for the stage and screen several times.OSCAR WILDE OTHERS WORK INCLUDERavenna (1878)Poems (1881)The Happy Prince and Other Stories (1888, fairy stories)Lord Arthur Savile's Crime and Other Stories (1891, stories)A House of Pomegranates (1891, fairy stories)Intentions (1891, essays and dialogues on aesthetics)The Picture of Dorian Gray (first published in Lippincott's Monthly Magazine July 1890, in book form in 1891; novel)The Soul of Man under Socialism (1891, political essay)Lady Windermere's Fan (1892, play)A Woman of No Importance (1893, play)The Sphinx (1894, poem)An Ideal Husband (performed 1895, published 1898; play)The Importance of Being Earnest (performed 1895, published 1899; play)De Profundis (written 1897, published variously 1905, 1908, 1949, 1962; epistle)The Ballad of Reading Gaol (1898, poem)
Download or read book The Canterville Ghost Annotated written by Oscar Wilde and published by . This book was released on 2020-10-21 with total page 46 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The Canterville Ghost is a short story by Oscar Wilde. It was the first of Wilde's stories to be published, appearing in two parts 23 February and 2 March 1887.The story is about an American family who move to a castle haunted by the ghost of a dead nobleman, who killed his wife and was starved to death by his wife's brothers.The story begins when the American Minister Mr Otis and his family move into Canterville Chase, despite warnings from Lord Canterville that the house is haunted. Mr Otis says that he will take the furniture as well as the ghost at valuation. The Otis family includes Mr and Mrs Otis, their eldest son Washington, their daughter Virginia, and the Otis twins. The other characters include the Canterville Ghost, the Duke of Cheshire Mrs Umney and Rev Augustus Dampier. At first, none of the Otis family believe in ghosts, but shortly after they move in, none of them can deny the presence of Sir Simon de Canterville. The family hears clanking chains, they witness reappearing bloodstains on the floor just by the fireplace, which are removed every time they appear in various forms. But, humorously, none of these scare the Otis family in the least. In fact, upon hearing the clanking noises in the hallway, Mr Otis promptly gets out of bed and pragmatically offers the ghost Tammany Rising Sun Lubricator to oil his chains."
Download or read book The Canterville Ghost written by Oscar Wilde and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2021-04-12 with total page 58 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Canterville Ghost is a popular 1887 novella by Oscar Wilde, widely adapted for the screen and stage. "The Canterville Ghost" is a parody featuring a dramatic spirit named Sir Simon and the United States minister (ambassador) to the Court of St. James's, Hiram B. Otis. Mr. Otis travels to England with his family and moves into a haunted country house. Lord Canterville, the previous owner of the house, warns Mr. Otis that the ghost of Sir Simon de Canterville has haunted it ever since he killed his wife, Eleonore, three centuries before. But Mr. Otis dismisses the ghost story as bunk and disregards Lord Canterville's warnings. When the Otises learn that the house is indeed haunted, they succeed in victimizing the ghost and in disregarding age-old British traditions. What emerges is a satire of American materialism, a lampoon of traditional British values, and an amusing twist on the traditional gothic horror tale.
Download or read book The Canterville Ghost Illustrated written by Oscar Fingal O'Flahertie Wills Wilde and published by . This book was released on 2020-09-11 with total page 50 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is Oscar Wilde's tale of the American family moved into a British mansion, Canterville Chase, much to the annoyance of its tired ghost. The family -- which refuses to believe in him -- is in Wilde's way a commentary on the British nobility of the day -- and on the Americans, too. The tale, like many of Wilde's, is rich with allusion, but ends as sentimental romance...
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Download or read book The Canterville Ghost written by Oscar Wilde and published by . This book was released on 2019-09-17 with total page 92 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Annotations-AUTHOR-The Canterville Ghost Summary-The Canterville Ghost Glossary-The Canterville Ghost Themes-The Canterville Ghost Quotes and Analysis-The Canterville Ghost Symbols, Allegory and Motifs-The Canterville Ghost Metaphors and Similes-The Canterville Ghost Irony-The Canterville Ghost Imagery-The Canterville Ghost The Canterville Ghost and Gothic LiteratureHorace B. Otis, a wealthy American, purchases Canterville Chase, an ancient English manor-house, despite warnings that the house is known to be haunted. He moves into the house accompanied by his wife, his eldest son Washington, his daughter Virginia, and his two younger twin sons. Immediately upon arrival, the family is confronted by a bloodstain in a sitting room. The housekeeper, Mrs. Umney, explains that the stain has been there since 1575 and is the result of Lady Eleanore de Canterville having been brutally murdered by her husband, Sir Simon de Canterville.The Otis family takes a pragmatic perspective and scrubs the stain away; they repeat the process when the stain continues to reappear every morning. The stubborn reappearance of the stain, as well as other strange occurrences around the house, leads them to consider that the rumor of the ghost may not be totally unfounded. These ideas are confirmed when one night, the sound of clanking chains wakes Mr Otis from his sleep. He gets out of bed and confronts a terrifying ghost, but responds only by recommending that the ghost oil his chains so that he does not cause so much noise when he is walking around at night.Mr. Otis is not the only family member who is not afraid of the ghost: the young twins enjoy tormenting the ghost with pranks. The ghost is very proud of his tradition of terrifying visitors for hundreds of years, and he is determined to strike fear into the American family. However, the more and more terrifying he tries to be, the more they either make fun of or ignore him. Things hit rock bottom for the Canterville Ghost when the twins actually create a fake ghost of their own to scare the real ghost. He accepts that he has lost his status and power, and he begins to become depressed and pine away.Meanwhile, Virginia's beauty has attracted the attention of the young Duke of Cheshire, who comes to stay at Canterville Chase. While he is visiting, Virginia unexpectedly comes across the secret hiding lair of the ghost. The ghost explains his sadness and suffering, telling her that he longs for the peaceful experience of death. He also tells her that because of her purity and innocence, she can help him to achieve this peace. Even though she is frightened, Virginia agrees to help; the two of them pass through a secret opening in the wall and vanish.When Virginia cannot be found, her family and the Duke become very upset. A few hours later, Virginia appears in the dark at the top of the stairs. Her only explanation of her disappearance is that she has assisted in finally bringing eternal rest to the Canterville Ghost. As a token of his thanks and affection, Sir Simon has given her a box filled with jewels. Virginia leads the family into a secret chamber, where they are greeted by the sight of his skeletal remains. Four days later, Sir Simon's body is finally laid to rest with a proper burial.Virginia subsequently marries the Duke of Cheshire. Although she never tells anyone what she experienced when she vanished with the Ghost, she always reflects affectionately on him and his memory.
