The Intoxicated Ghost, and Other Stories
A collection of ten classic supernatural tales by American author Arlo Bates.
This edition preserves ten stories dealing with hauntings and occult events. The publisher notes that scholars view the work as culturally significant. It is available because it holds no copyright in the United States. The text reflects a period where such fiction was widely consumed. The collection stands as a record of early American horror writing. It does not offer new interpretations but presents the original material. Readers encounter Bates' specific approach to pacing and terror. The book serves as a primary source for understanding this genre's history.
The text is in the public domain in the United States and possibly other nations. Scholars selected it as culturally important. It forms part of the knowledge base of civilization. Legare Street Press published this edition to preserve and make the work generally available to the public.
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This volume is essential for scholars and enthusiasts of horror fiction who view literature as a primary source for understanding the genre's historical evolution. Readers interested in the preservation of cultural knowledge will find value in accessing original material that reflects the period when such tales were popular. It offers a direct window into early American literary traditions, allowing audiences to experience the specific pacing and terror techniques used by Bates. Those seeking to trace the lineage of ghost stories and psychological horror will appreciate this unaltered presentation of classic supernatural events.
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Arlo Bates delivers ten classic supernatural tales that exemplify the elegance and masterful pacing characteristic of his era. The collection serves as a vital historical document, preserving original narratives of hauntings and occult occurrences without modern reinterpretation. While the style may appeal less to those seeking contemporary psychological thrillers, it remains highly relevant for fans of classic horror literature. The work succeeds in maintaining its cultural significance, offering readers an authentic encounter with early American terror. It is a necessary addition for anyone studying the development of the ghost story genre.
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