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Widely acknowledged as the master of the supernatural, M. R. James penned many of his classic ghost stories to be read aloud to friends, by candlelight, in his study on Christmas Eve. These five adaptations, originally broadcast on BBC Radio 4, perfectly capture the mood of nerve-jangling...

Delve into the eerie world of Montague Rhodes James (1862-1936), a renowned medieval scholar and Provost of King‚s College, Cambridge, who masterfully crafted ghost stories intended to be shared aloud during the haunting hours of Christmas Eve. Set against tranquil rural landscapes, his tales feature unassuming, scholarly protagonists who find themselves entwined with supernatural forces. The horror in his narratives is subtly woven, relying on the serene backdrop to heighten the dread of otherworldly encounters. Ghost Stories of an Antiquary‚ compiles two of his celebrated collections ...

Dive into the eerie world crafted by a master of weird fiction with this captivating collection of ghost stories, steeped in the allure of antiquarian pursuits. Explore a dolls house that reveals secrets better left hidden, encounter stolen prayer books that spell doom for their would-be thieves, and hear a chilling shriek pierce the stillness of night. Peer through bewitched binoculars to uncover a dark past, and tread carefully around an ancient crown that should have remained buried. Beware the cursed burial site, haunted by the wicked deeds of its former inhabitants. These haunting tales ...

Dive into a chilling collection of five ghost stories, originally published in 1920, by a master of the macabre from the early twentieth century. Narrated by David Wales, these tales will transport you to a world of spine-tingling suspense and supernatural intrigue.