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The Canterville Ghost by Oscar Wilde

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Book name: The Canterville Ghost (2024)
Category: England
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Pages: 60 pages
Language: English
Publication data: Jan. 1, 1887, midnight
In this novella, a wealthy American family moves into an old English mansion, Canterville Chase, despite warnings that it is haunted by the ghost of Sir Simon, who has been unsuccessfully trying to scare away its inhabitants for centuries. The pragmatic and unflappable Otis family, however, is unimpressed by the ghost's antics and instead treats him as a mere inconvenience, even offering him remedies for his ghostly ailments. Through humorous and satirical interactions, the story explores themes of cultural differences between Americans and the British, ultimately leading to a poignant resolution where the ghost finds redemption and peace with the help of the family's compassionate daughter, Virginia.

About the author

Oscar Wilde

Oscar Wilde

15 books

Oscar Fingal O'Flahertie Wills Wilde was an Irish playwright, poet, and author of numerous short stories, and one novel. Known for his biting wit, and a plentitude of aphorisms, he became one of the most successful playwrights of the late Victorian era in London, and one of the greatest celebrities of his day. Several of his plays continue to be widely performed, especially The Importance of Being Earnest.

As the result of a widely covered series of trials, Wilde suffered a dramatic downfall an… Read more