Supernatural Short Stories: Tales of Murder and Letters on Demonology and Witchcraft

Sir Walter Scott was a renowned novelist and short story writer who influenced generations of writers, including Stendhal and Tolstoy. His short stories, set in the Highlands of Scotland, often explored supernatural themes and featured memorable characters. This collection includes a long excerpt from his Letters on Demonology and Witchcraft, questioning the credibility of ghost stories and supernatural occurrences.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 320 pages
Publication date: 07 November 2024
Publisher: Alma Books Ltd

Sir Walter Scott, a prominent figure in early nineteenth-century literature, left an indelible mark on the literary world. Not only was he one of the greatest novelists of his time, but his influence extended to generations of writers, including literary giants such as Stendhal and Tolstoy. While Scott is best known for his historical epics like Ivanhoe, Rob Roy, and Guy Mannering, he also penned a number of short stories that have been unjustly overshadowed by the enduring fame of his longer works. Set primarily in the Highlands of Scotland, these stories showcase a wide range of memorable characters and are infused with an element of the supernatural or delve into themes of murder and guilt, showcasing Scott's exceptional talent in the shorter-fiction form. Additionally, this volume includes a lengthy excerpt from Scott's Letters on Demonology and Witchcraft, which raises questions about the credibility of ghost stories and alleged supernatural occurrences.

Dimension: 198 x 129 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781847499301