Ghost Stories of an Antiquary: Classic Supernatural Tales by M. R. James 0 (0)

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First published in 1904, Ghost Stories of an Antiquary is the groundbreaking collection that established M. R. James as a master of the English ghost story. Drawing on his background as a medieval scholar, James sets his tales among libraries, ancient churches, and quiet academic settings—where hidden manuscripts, mysterious artifacts, and forgotten histories awaken something sinister.

Rather than relying on shock or spectacle, James creates slow-building suspense through atmosphere, subtle detail, and psychological unease. His stories often follow rational, scholarly protagonists whose curiosity leads them into terrifying encounters with the supernatural.

Elegant, eerie, and intellectually crafted, this classic collection remains a cornerstone of supernatural literature, influencing generations of horror and ghost-story writers with its restrained yet deeply unsettling style.

ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0GP6SL6C7
Publisher ‏ : ‎ Antique Editions
Accessibility ‏ : ‎ Learn more
Publication date ‏ : ‎ 19 February 2026
Language ‏ : ‎ English
File size ‏ : ‎ 1.6 MB
Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
Print length ‏ : ‎ 142 pages
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-2379264467
Page Flip ‏ : ‎ Enabled
Best Sellers Rank: #2,527 in Horror (Books) #5,785 in Classic Fiction (Books) #9,863 in Classic Fiction (Kindle Store)
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Stories from the Darkside 0 (0)

2 min read

258 words

Some places remember. Some objects carry intent. And some stories refuse to stay silent.

Stories from the Darkside is a gripping collection of supernatural horror tales where ordinary lives collide with unseen forces. Set in abandoned stations, quiet shops, and forgotten spaces, each story explores what happens when the past resurfaces, and demands a reckoning.

These tales are driven by atmosphere and consequence rather than shock, blending classic British ghost-story tradition with modern psychological horror. Ghosts linger with purpose, places absorb memory, and every choice leaves a mark that cannot be undone.

Perfect for readers who enjoy slow-burn dread, haunted settings, and short horror fiction that lingers long after the final page.

Step into the dark – but don’t expect to leave unchanged.

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Noble Legacy Publishing
Publication date ‏ : ‎ 18 December 2025
Edition ‏ : ‎ Large type / Large print
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Print length ‏ : ‎ 264 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1911761463
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1911761464
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 649 g
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 15.24 x 2.24 x 22.86 cm
Country of Origin ‏ : ‎ India
Importer ‏ : ‎ Atlantic Publishers and Distributors (P) Ltd., 7/22, Ansari Road, Darya Ganj, New Delhi – 110002 INDIA, Email – customercare@atlanticbooks.com, Ph – 011-47320500
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