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Ten tales calculated to give you shudders brings together ten carefully selected ghost stories from nine American and British writers. The anthology includes two stories by Robert Bloch, and also features works by H.G. Wells, William Hope Hodgson, H.R. Wakefield, A.M. Burrage, Carl Jacobi, W.W. Jacobs, Frank Belknap Long, and Robert G. Anderson. Though one story dates from 1966, the majority were written well before that, offering a glimpse into early 20th‑century genre fiction. Each piece presents a unique ghostly encounter or supernatural twist, ensuring that readers will experience a wide range of spooky atmospheres.
The title itself promises a calculated selection of eerie narratives, and the diverse lineup of authors provides a rich sampler of the genre's range from uncanny domestic scenes to more fantastical hauntings.
First publish date: 1979
Genre: Horror/Supernatural Horror
Authors: Ross Robert Olney
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