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The Shape of Fear

1898

Elia Wilkinson Peattie

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The Shape of Fear

Elia Wilkinson Peattie

1898

Short Stories

The Shape of Fear is a collection of ghost stories by Elia Wilkinson Peattie, first published in 1898. The stories explore themes of fear, the supernatural, and human emotions, with a focus on the character Tim O'Connor, an artist grappling with his fears and a toxic relationship. The narratives blend vivid storytelling with existential reflections, culminating in encounters with haunting apparitions that challenge the boundaries between the living and the ethereal.

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A collection of ghostly tales likely written in the late 19th century. The collection features a variety of intriguing s...

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