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Scottish Supernatural Classics: The Three Perils of Man, Thrawn Janet and Other Stories, Phantastes and Lilith

This anthology brings together three notable works of Scottish supernatural literature. James Hogg's 'The Three Perils of Man' is a historical novel blending border warfare with supernatural elements and dark humor. Robert Louis Stevenson's 'Thrawn Janet and Other Stories' includes his celebrated horror tale of a possessed Scottish minister alongside other eerie short fiction. George MacDonald's 'Phantastes' and 'Lilith' are visionary fantasy novels that delve into dreamlike realms, spiritual allegory, and encounters with mysterious beings. The collection showcases the rich tradition of Scottish Gothic and fantasy writing, emphasizing themes of moral struggle, the uncanny, and the intersection of the natural and supernatural worlds. more

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George MacDonald
George MacDonald

George MacDonald was a 19th-century Scottish author known for his fantasy literature and religious thought. His works had a profound influence on later writers, such as J.R.R. Tolkien and C.S. Lewis. more

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