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The Ghost Ship is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Middleton, Richard (1882–1911).
Catalogue synopsis
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"The Ghost Ship" by Richard Middleton is a collection of fantasy stories written during the early 20th century, showcasing a blend of whimsy and dark humor. The titular tale follows the quaint and supernatural happenings in the village of Fairfield, where ghostly figures integrate into the everyday lives of the living, particularly focusing on Captain Bartholomew Roberts and his mysterious ghost ship. At the start of the collection, we are introduced to Fairfield, a seemingly mundane village marked by its unusual acceptance of the supernatural. As a great storm blows a ghost ship into a farmer's turnip field, its inhabitants react with a mix of curiosity and apathy towards their startling visitor. The lively Captain Roberts brings chaos and buoyancy to the village, resulting in a series of humorous and enchanting encounters with the local ghosts and residents, particularly highlighting how the spirits adapt to modern life with a charming sense of absurdity. The opening sets a whimsical tone for the stories, establishing a unique lens through which the reader experiences the interplay between the living and the spectral.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Ghost Ship
- Author credits: Middleton, Richard (1882–1911)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Fantasy fiction
- Ghost stories
- Horror tales
- Manners and customs -- Fiction
Gutenberg collections
- Category: British Literature
- Category: Humour
- Category: Science-Fiction & Fantasy
- Category: Short Stories
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