| Author |
Doyle, Arthur Conan, 1859-1930 |
| Title |
Tales of Terror and Mystery
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 78.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Contents |
The horror of the heights -- The leather funnel -- The new catacomb -- The case of Lady Sannox -- The terror of Blue John Gap -- The Brazilian cat -- The lost special -- The beetle-hunter -- The man with the watches -- The japanned box -- The black doctor -- The Jew's breastplate -- The nightmare room.
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| Credits |
Produced by Charles Keller. HTML version by Al Haines.
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| Summary |
"Tales of Terror and Mystery" by Arthur Conan Doyle is a collection of short stories written during the late 19th century. The book delves into supernatural and mysterious themes, showcasing a range of tales that evoke both intrigue and horror. Each story explores human fears and the unknown, offering readers a blend of psychological insight and thrilling suspense. The opening of the book begins with "The Horror of the Heights," where the narrative focuses on an aviator, Joyce-Armstrong, who discovers a terrifying phenomenon while attempting to break altitude records in his aeroplane. The story unfolds through the fragmented notes of Joyce-Armstrong, detailing his ominous encounters high in the atmosphere and culminating in a chilling exploration of unseen dangers that lurk in the skies. His investigation into the mysterious disappearances of fellow aviators serves as the backdrop for the tension that builds as he prepares for a fateful flight. The vivid descriptions of his thoughts and experiences effectively set the tone for the eerie and unsettling themes present throughout the collection. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| Subject |
Horror tales, English
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| Subject |
Detective and mystery stories, English
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
537 |
| Release Date |
May 1, 1996 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jan 1, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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