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The Canterville Ghost

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An American family encounters the ghost of a nobleman in a traditional haunted castle setting, complete with creaking floorboards and clanking chains. The ghost's tragic backstory involves the murder of his wife and his subsequent starvation at the hands of her brothers. Oscar Wilde masterfully blends macabre elements with humor, creating a unique narrative that has captivated audiences and inspired numerous adaptations for stage and screen. The rich descriptions and interplay of comedy and horror highlight Wilde's distinctive storytelling style.

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Lingua
Inglese
Editore
Lulu.com
Pubblicato
2020
Formato
In brossura
Pagine
34
ISBN13
9781678199708
Serie
Prima pubblicazione
1887
Titolo originale
The Canterville Ghost
Valutazione
3,8 su 5
Descrizione
An American family encounters the ghost of a nobleman in a traditional haunted castle setting, complete with creaking floorboards and clanking chains. The ghost's tragic backstory involves the murder of his wife and his subsequent starvation at the hands of her brothers. Oscar Wilde masterfully blends macabre elements with humor, creating a unique narrative that has captivated audiences and inspired numerous adaptations for stage and screen. The rich descriptions and interplay of comedy and horror highlight Wilde's distinctive storytelling style.