| Title |
Carnacki, the Ghost Finder |
| Note |
Reading ease score: 75.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Contents |
The gateway of the monster -- The house among the laurels -- The whistling room -- The horse of the invisible -- The searcher of the end house -- The thing invisible. |
| Credits |
Produced by Suzanne Shell, Project Gutenberg Beginners Projects, |
| Summary |
"Carnacki, the Ghost Finder" by William Hope Hodgson is a collection of supernatural detective stories written during the early 20th century. The narrative centers around the titular character, Thomas Carnacki, a supernatural investigator who employs various methods, including scientific techniques and ancient rituals, to confront and dispel malevolent entities. The tales often explore themes of the unseen world and the thin veil between reality and the supernatural. The beginning of "Carnacki, the Ghost Finder" introduces the reader to a dinner gathering among friends, where Carnacki prepares to recount an extraordinary tale of his recent ghost-hunting experience. As he sets the stage, he describes a haunting case involving a mysterious Grey Room where unsettling occurrences, such as a locked door slamming and bedclothes being thrown across the room, have led to fears of supernatural forces at play. This first glimpse into Carnacki's world establishes an atmosphere of suspense and curiosity, hinting at the blend of horror and investigative storytelling that characterizes the series. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject |
Horror tales, English |
| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
10832 |
| Release Date |
Jan 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Oct 5, 2012 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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