Madam Crowl's Ghost and the Dead Sexton by Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu

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Author Le Fanu, Joseph Sheridan, 1814-1873
Title Madam Crowl's Ghost and the Dead Sexton
Credits Produced by Suzanne Shell, Gregory Margo and PG Distributed Proofreaders
Summary "Madam Crowl's Ghost and The Dead Sexton" by Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu is a collection of supernatural tales that first appeared in the early 1870s, during a time when Gothic fiction was gaining popularity in the literary scene. These stories delve into themes of the macabre and the unknown, exploring the interactions of the living with unsettling spectral figures. The collection is indicative of the Victorian era's fascination with ghost stories and the supernatural. In "Madam Crowl's Ghost," the narrative follows a young girl, who recounts her experiences with the enigmatic and reportedly malevolent Dame Crowl, an elderly woman rumored to be connected to the disappearance of her stepson. As the young nursemaid witnesses strange occurrences and encounters the ghostly figure of Dame Crowl, the lines between reality and the supernatural begin to blur. In "The Dead Sexton," the tale revolves around the mysterious death of Toby Crooke, the town's sexton, who dies under suspicious circumstances that hint at a dark history. The twist culminates with the revelation of his nefarious intentions to rob the church, ultimately leading to tragic consequences. Both stories weave together elements of suspense, moral lessons, and the inevitability of fate, making this collection a captivating exploration of ghostly folklore. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Ghost stories
Category Text
EBook-No. 11610
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 26, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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