The Open Door: and Other Stories of the Seen & Unseen by Margaret Oliphant (British Library Hardback Classics)

Description

Despite being a household name during the latter half of the 19th century, few today are aware of the thrilling tales of Margaret Oliphant, and yet they are ripe for rediscovery. From suspenseful hauntings to strange tales of afterlife and the emotional echoes of ghosts beyond simple frights, Oliphant’s stories possess a unique style and nuanced voice to deliver stories thoroughly unnerving and unforgettable.

This newly-edited collection features many of her ‘Seen and Unseen’ series – her most popular in her day – and rare tales newly revived from the Library collections.