The Phantom 'Rickshaw: City of Dreadful Night, and other Tales
A 2017 reprint of Rudyard Kipling's 1899 collection of ghost stories.
Hansebooks released this edition on July thirteenth, two thousand seventeen. The ISBN is 9783337174736. The publisher specializes in literature across research, science, travel, cooking, and medicine. They aim to preserve historical knowledge that has become rare. This specific volume falls under the genre of supernatural fiction. It contains tales from the late nineteenth century. The text remains unchanged from the original publication date. Kipling’s name appears prominently as the author. The book does not contain new introductions or annotations. It is a direct reproduction of the past.
This collection originates from 1899, placing it firmly in the late Victorian era of British literature. Hansebooks, a publisher focused on preserving historical works, released this reprint in July 2017 to maintain access to rare literary knowledge.
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This volume serves readers who value historical accuracy and the preservation of original literary texts. It is ideal for those interested in classic horror, gothic fiction, and the works of Rudyard Kipling. The book offers a direct glimpse into late nineteenth-century supernatural narratives, maintaining the unaltered style of the period. It appeals to collectors and scholars seeking rare historical knowledge that has become difficult to access as antiques. However, it may not engage readers looking for contemporary horror tropes or modernized adaptations, as it strictly adheres to its 1899 source material without new introductions or annotations.
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This edition presents an unchanged reprint of Rudyard Kipling’s 1899 collection, preserving the original text for modern readers. It successfully captures the gothic and ghost story traditions prevalent in the late nineteenth century. The volume is particularly suited for those interested in classic horror and historical literature. By maintaining the original publication style, it offers an authentic experience of the period's literary voice. Readers seeking contemporary horror tropes or modernized adaptations may find this less engaging due to its strict adherence to the source material. It stands as a valuable contribution to keeping rare historical works accessible for future generations.
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