Ghost Stories of an Antiquary

Penguin Main Series 91. 1st Edition, published 1937.

Ghost Stories of an Antiquary consists of eight classic tales by M. R. James, including “Number 13,” “The Ash-Tree,” “Lost Hearts,” and “Canon Alberic’s Scrapbook.” Known for their wit, erudition, and suspense, these tales represent a turning point in the ghost story genre. They plunge readers into a world of pervasive unease and an unsettling atmosphere, populated by vengeful phantoms and disturbing visions—a world that taps into our most primal fears.

Condition grading: Good Minus. Some marks, foxing, wear and light creases to front cover. Wear to bottom right corner of rear cover. Wear and creases to spine. Binding tight. The photographs form part of the description.