The Ghost (1909)

By Josephine Segal

Book Overview

The Ghost is a novel written by Josephine Segal and originally published in 1909. The story revolves around the character of James Ollerenshaw, a wealthy man who is haunted by the ghost of his deceased wife, Alice. James is tormented by the ghostly presence of his wife and is unable to move on from her death. He becomes increasingly isolated and withdrawn from society, leading to concerns from his family and friends. James seeks the help of a spiritualist, Mrs. Merton, who attempts to communicate with the ghost of Alice. As the story unfolds, secrets from Alice's past are revealed, and the truth behind her death is uncovered. The novel explores themes of grief, love, and the supernatural, and provides a suspenseful and atmospheric read. The Ghost is a classic piece of early 20th-century literature that will appeal to fans of gothic and ghost stories. The novel has been praised for its vivid descriptions and its ability to create a sense of unease and tension throughout. Josephine Segal's writing style is engaging and immersive, drawing readers into the world of the novel and the mind of its troubled protagonist.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164154397
• ISBN13: 9781164154396
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 106 Pages
• Weight: 0.34 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"