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In *Ghosts at Large*, Susan Price assembles a collection of twelve well‑known traditional ghost stories, each reworked to highlight distinct moods. The retellings span the spectrum from the playful and farcical to the eerie and macabre, offering readers a varied exploration of how folklore can be adapted for contemporary audiences. The volume showcases the enduring appeal of ghost tales, illustrating how the same core narratives can be strung together with different tones and pacing to create a compelling anthology of supernatural folklore.
First publish date: 1984
Genre: Horror/Supernatural Horror
Authors: Susan Price
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