Download or read book Present At A Hanging and Other Ghost Stories written by Ambrose Bierce and published by Prabhat Prakashan. This book was released on 2003-10-01 with total page 63 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Prepare to be captivated by the eerie and unsettling tales in "Present at a Hanging and Other Ghost Stories" by Ambrose Bierce, a collection of chilling narratives that will send shivers down your spine and haunt your dreams. Step into the realm of the supernatural as Bierce weaves a tapestry of ghostly encounters, mysterious occurrences, and unexplained phenomena that will leave you questioning the boundaries between the living and the dead. In this mesmerizing collection, Ambrose Bierce transports readers to a world where the veil between the seen and unseen is thin, and the boundaries of reality are blurred. From haunted houses and spectral apparitions to encounters with vengeful spirits and restless souls, Bierce's tales explore the darkest corners of the human psyche and the mysteries of the afterlife. Through his masterful storytelling and vivid prose, Bierce creates an atmosphere of dread and suspense that keeps readers on the edge of their seats from the first page to the last. With his keen eye for detail and knack for building tension, Bierce draws readers into his macabre world, where nothing is as it seems and the line between the natural and supernatural is often blurred. The overall tone and mood of "Present at a Hanging and Other Ghost Stories" are one of foreboding and unease, as Bierce leads readers on a journey into the unknown, where the ordinary becomes extraordinary and the mundane is transformed into the terrifying. With his evocative descriptions and haunting imagery, Bierce creates an atmosphere of dread and anticipation that lingers long after the final page is turned. Widely acclaimed for its spine-tingling tales and atmospheric prose, "Present at a Hanging and Other Ghost Stories" has become a classic of the horror genre, beloved by readers for its ability to evoke fear and fascination in equal measure. Bierce's tales of the supernatural continue to captivate and terrify audiences, proving that the power of a good ghost story never fades. Designed to appeal to lovers of horror and the supernatural, "Present at a Hanging and Other Ghost Stories" offers a thrilling and immersive reading experience that will leave you breathless with anticipation. Whether you're a fan of ghost stories or simply enjoy a good scare, this collection is sure to send chills down your spine and keep you awake long into the night. In comparison to other collections of ghost stories, "Present at a Hanging and Other Ghost Stories" stands out for its masterful storytelling, atmospheric prose, and unforgettable characters. Bierce's tales of the supernatural are both timeless and chilling, proving that the allure of the ghost story remains as strong as ever. On a personal level, "Present at a Hanging and Other Ghost Stories" resonates with readers by tapping into our deepest fears and primal instincts. Bierce's tales of the supernatural speak to our fascination with the unknown and our fascination with the afterlife, reminding us of the thin line between the world of the living and the realm of the dead. Don't miss your chance to experience the spine-tingling thrills of "Present at a Hanging and Other Ghost Stories" by Ambrose Bierce. Let this haunting collection of tales transport you to a world of darkness and mystery, where the spirits of the dead roam free and the boundaries between the living and the dead are blurred. Grab your copy now and prepare to be terrified by one of the masters of the macabre.
Download or read book Present at a Hanging and Other Ghost Stories Ambrose Bierce s Best Classic Horror Thrillers written by Ambrose Bierce and published by Namaskar Books. This book was released on with total page 66 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Present at a Hanging and Other Ghost Stories written by Ambrose Bierce and published by Library of Alexandria. This book was released on 2020-09-28 with total page 57 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Spine Chilling Tales for Halloween written by Charles Dickens and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-12-11 with total page 9072 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Spine-Chilling Tales for Halloween embodies a curated collection that traverses the dark, enigmatic corridors of Gothic horror, supernatural mysteries, and eerie folklore. Capturing a broad sweep of literary stylesfrom the melancholic and haunting narratives of the Victorian Gothic to the cosmic horror and psychological depths explored in early 20th-century literaturethis anthology showcases the remarkable diversity and enduring appeal of horror fiction. Standout pieces, ranging from the ominous and unsettling to tales of the grotesque and uncanny, underscore the richness of the genre, without tying the collections significance to any single author, instead praising the collective mastery of its contributors. The authors represented in this volume are titans in the realm of dark fiction, each contributing uniquely to the tapestry of horror and suspense literature. From Charles Dickens ghostly narratives to H.P. Lovecrafts cosmic dread, and Mary Shelleys groundbreaking Gothic novel, their works have not merely defined but also continuously reshaped the boundaries of the genre. These writers, belonging to various historical and cultural epochs, collectively embody the evolution of horror literature, engaging with societal fears and individual anxieties in ways that remain profoundly impactful today. The Spine-Chilling Tales for Halloween is an indispensable tome for aficionados and newcomers alike, offering a panoramic view of horrors literary landscape. This anthology invites readers to immerse themselves in the depth and breadth of its pages, presenting a unique opportunity to explore a constellation of fears and fascinations across ages. For those seeking to delve into the shadows of the human psyche through the prism of varied literary craftsmanship, this collection promises an enriching journey through the many moods of horror and suspense.
Download or read book The Hunting Ground written by Cliff McNish and published by Hachette UK. This book was released on 2011-05-05 with total page 139 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When Elliott and his brother, Ben, move into the old and crumbling Glebe House they don't expect to find themselves sharing it with ghosts. But soon sinister events are unfolding. An old diary reveals glimpses of the mansion's past - and of a terrible tragedy. A mysterious woman talks to the dead. And evil lurks in the East Wing - a hideous labyrinth of passageways devised by a truly twisted mind. Can Elliott and his family escape the clutches of Glebe House? Or will they be trapped in the maze of corridors, forever hunted by the dead? WINNER OF THE CALDERDALE AWARD 2013 WINNER OF THE HILLINGDON SECONDARY BOOK OF THE YEAR 2013
Download or read book The Penguin Book of Ghost Stories written by Michael Newton and published by Penguin UK. This book was released on 2010-02-25 with total page 562 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This terrifying selection of ghost stories brings together the very best classic works from the masters of the supernatural Phantom coaches, evil familiars, shadowy houses, spectral children and mysterious doppelgangers haunt these tales. They range from the famous, such as M. R. James's tale of an ancient curse, 'Oh, Whistle, and I'll Come To You, My Lad' and W. W. Jacobs's story of gruesome wish-fulfilment, 'The Monkey's Paw', to lesser-known masterpieces: Robert Louis Stevenson's 'Thrawn Janet', telling of a parish priest tormented for life by his encounter with the undead; Charles Dickens's unsettling account of a railway signal-man and an ominous portent; and Edward Bulwer Lytton's 'The Haunted and the Haunters', where a cursed house harbours a diabolical secret. Michael Newton's introduction discusses why ghost stories scare us and why they flourished from the mid-nineteenth to early-twentieth century, examining their changing conventions throughout history. This edition also includes further reading, notes, a glossary and a chronology. Edited with an introduction and notes by Michael Newton
Download or read book An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge written by Ambrose Bierce and published by Read Books Ltd. This book was released on 2018-08-20 with total page 19 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Classic Books Library presents this brand new edition of the short story, “An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge” (1890) by Ambrose Bierce. In this text Bierce creatively uses both structure and content to explore the concept of time, from present to past, and reflecting its transitional and illusive qualities. The story is one of Bierce’s most popular and acclaimed works, alongside “The Devil’s Dictionary” (1911). Bierce (1842-c. 1914) was an American writer, journalist and Civil War veteran associated with the realism literary movement. His writing is noted for its cynical, brooding tones and structural precision.
Download or read book The Guide to Supernatural Fiction written by Everett Franklin Bleiler and published by . This book was released on 1983 with total page 744 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Doctor Sleep written by Stephen King and published by Pocket Books. This book was released on 2019-09-24 with total page 656 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Soon to be a major motion picture starring Ewan McGregor! From master storyteller Stephen King, his unforgettable and terrifying sequel to The Shining—an instant #1 New York Times bestseller that is “[a] vivid frightscape” (The New York Times). Years ago, the haunting of the Overlook Hotel nearly broke young Dan Torrance’s sanity, as his paranormal gift known as “the shining” opened a door straight into hell. And even though Dan is all grown up, the ghosts of the Overlook—and his father’s legacy of alcoholism and violence—kept him drifting aimlessly for most of his life. Now, Dan has finally found some order in the chaos by working in a local hospice, earning the nickname “Doctor Sleep” by secretly using his special abilities to comfort the dying and prepare them for the afterlife. But when he unexpectedly meets twelve-year-old Abra Stone—who possesses an even more powerful manifestation of the shining—the two find their lives in sudden jeopardy at the hands of the ageless and murderous nomadic tribe known as the True Knot, reigniting Dan’s own demons and summoning him to battle for this young girl’s soul and survival...
Download or read book The Ghost in the Cupboard Room written by Wilkie Collins and published by Weiser Books. This book was released on 2012-06-01 with total page 21 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Varla Ventura, Coast to Coast favorite, Weird News blogger on Huffington Post, and author of The Book of the Bizarre and Beyond Bizarre, introduces Weiser Books’ new Collection of forgotten occult classics. Paranormal Parlor is an eerie assemblage of affordable digital editions, curated with Varla’s sixth sense for tales of the weird and unusual. From 1859's Christmas edition of All Year Round, edited by Charles Dickens, a collection set in an abandoned house where the guests are each asked to take up residence in one of the haunted rooms on the Twelfth Night of Christmas (a night of high magical power when the veil between the mortal and the spirit world was thinnest). Read what lurks in the Cupboard Room.
Download or read book Classic Tales of Horror written by Edgar Allan Poe and published by . This book was released on 2017 with total page 238 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "This collection of chilling horror stories from the maestro of suspense contains nearly 20 of Edgar Allan Poe's best known stories"--Amazon.com
Download or read book The Man Who Went Too Far written by E. F. Benson and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2021-04-11 with total page 31 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Man Who Went Too Far is a short story by E.F. Benson. A man dedicates himself to realizing "unity" in conjunction with nature. In time he gets it, but it is not at all what he expected.
Download or read book The Last Seance written by Agatha Christie and published by HarperCollins. This book was released on 2019-09-24 with total page 401 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “Reading a perfectly plotted Agatha Christie is like crunching into a perfect apple: that pure, crisp, absolute satisfaction.”—Tana French, New York Times Bestselling Author From the Queen of Suspense, an all-new collection of her spookiest and most sinister stories, including an Agatha Christie story never before published in the USA, The Wife of Kenite! For lovers of the supernatural and the macabre comes this collection of ghostly and chilling stories from legendary mystery writer Agatha Christie. Fantastic psychic visions, specters looming in the shadows, encounters with deities, a man who switches bodies with a cat—be sure to keep the light on whilst reading these tales. The Last Séance gathers twenty stories, some featuring Christie’s beloved detectives Hercule Poirot and Miss Marple, in one haunting compendium that explores all things occult and paranormal, and is an essential omnibus for Christie fans.
Download or read book The Complete Short Stories of Ambrose Bierce written by Ambrose Bierce and published by U of Nebraska Press. This book was released on 1984-01-01 with total page 508 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Treasury of ninety-three short works includes horror stories, realistic narratives of war, and tall tales of the old West
Download or read book Lone Star Noir written by Bobby Byrd and published by Akashic Books. This book was released on 2010-10-19 with total page 289 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “Traverses Texas, finding evidence of the hard boiled, sultry, and disreputable throughout the state . . . Think of the book as a sort of criminal travelogue.” —Booklist If everything is bigger in Texas, then that includes the boldness of the criminals who call the state home. From large urban centers to the Cajun Gulf coast, there is big money to be made running guns, drugs, and catering to the greedy and disillusioned. Each distinctive region can claim its own special brand of outlaw. In Lone Star Noir, you’ll find stories by James Crumley, Joe R. Lansdale, Claudia Smith, Ito Romo, Luis Alberto Urrea, David Corbett, George Wier, Sarah Cortez, Jesse Sublett, Dean James, Tim Tingle, Milton T. Burton, Lisa Sandlin, Jessica Powers, and Bobby Byrd. “This isn’t J.R. Ewing’s Lone Star State. This is the Texas of chicken shit bingo, Enron scamsters, and a feeling that what happens in Mexico stays in Mexico . . . So what defines Texas noir? Who knows, but you better pray that blood doesn’t stain your belt buckle.” —The Austin Chronicle
Download or read book The Monk and The Hangman s Daughter written by Ambrose Bierce and published by The Floating Press. This book was released on 2012-11-01 with total page 111 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This highly entertaining novel about three Franciscan monks is something of a departure for author Ambrose Bierce, who typically wrote about his own time. The story, which takes the form of a diary penned by the main character, Ambrosius. Though he faithfully carries out the duties of his office, he struggles with temptation, particularly after meeting the beguiling Benedicta, who happens to be the hangman's daughter of the title.
Download or read book The Zombie Stories of H P Lovecraft written by H. P. Lovecraft and published by Courier Dover Publications. This book was released on 2015-09-16 with total page 100 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Six chilling stories offer compelling journeys into the land of the undead: "Herbert West—Reanimator," "In the Vault," "The Thing on the Doorstep," "Pickman's Model," "Cool Air," and "The Outsider."
