The Old Stone House and Other Stories: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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The Old Stone House and Other Stories is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Green, Anna Katharine (1846–1935).
Catalogue synopsis
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"The Old Stone House and Other Stories" by Anna Katharine Green is a collection of short stories written in the late 19th century. The stories explore themes of mystery, intrigue, and human emotion, often involving complex characters confronting their pasts and relationships. The narrative begins with an enigmatic old stone house, setting the tone for the exploration of secrets and the unknown. At the start of the book, a rider discovers a dilapidated, unfinished stone house in a wooded area of New York State. Intrigued by its mysterious history, he learns about the house's tragic abandonment and starts imagining the stories hidden within its walls. The narrative then shifts to a nearby inn, where an elderly man hints at secrets related to the abandoned house and expresses his desire to share a story from long ago about it. This opening portion establishes a sense of foreboding and curiosity, inviting readers to delve into the complexities of the characters' lives and the mysteries surrounding the old stone house.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Old Stone House and Other Stories
- Author credits: Green, Anna Katharine (1846–1935)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Detective and mystery stories, American
Gutenberg collections
- Category: American Literature
- Category: Crime, Thrillers and Mystery
- Category: Short Stories
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