Jan 14, 2012 a warning to the curious and other ghost stories 1925 is a very satisfying volume of m. Jun 11, 2019 ghost stories the stalls of barchester the ash tree number a warning to the curious unabridged m. The tale tells the story of paxton, an antiquarian and archaeologist who holidays in seaburgh a disguised version of aldeburgh, suffolk and inadvertently stumbles across one of the lost. Feb 22, 2020 a warning to the curious and other ghost stories hosted at wikilivres 1925 the haunted dolls house hosted at wikilivres the uncommon prayerbook hosted at wikilivres a neighbours landmark hosted at wikilivres a view from a hill hosted at wikilivres a warning to the curious hosted at wikilivres an evenings entertainment hosted.
We spend some time talking about the man himself and how his work has retained its. James, whose stories have for many years inspired the bbcs a ghost story for christmas tv adaptations. Montague rhodes james 18621936 was a medievalist scholar. The stalls of barchester the ash tree number a warning to the curious. A warning to the curious and other ghost stories 1925 is a very satisfying volume of m.
A warning to the curious and other ghost stories is the title of m. A warning to the curious and other ghost stories hosted at wikilivres 1925 the haunted dolls house hosted at wikilivres the uncommon prayerbook hosted at wikilivres a neighbours landmark hosted at wikilivres a view from a hill hosted at wikilivres a warning to the curious hosted at wikilivres an evenings entertainment hosted. James was among the greatest writers of ghost stories and a warning to the curious is one of his most celebrated works. This volume contains all his timeless masterpieces from the four collections of his eerie tales. Ghost stories the stalls of barchester the ash tree number a warning to the curious unabridged m. It was republished later the same year as part of the anthology a warning to the curious and other ghost stories. James fourth and final collection of ghost stories, published in 1925. Ghost stories of an antiquary 1904, more ghost stories 1911, a thin ghost and others 1919, a warning to the curious and other ghost stories 1925 and collected ghost stories 1931 the latter contained the entire contents of the previous four volumes. A warning to the curious and other ghost stories is a collection of ghost stories by english author m. Montague rhodes james 18621936 was a medieval scholar.
The haunted dolls house, the uncommon prayerbook, a neighbours landmark, a warning to the curious, a view from a hill and an evenings entertainment. A warning to the curious and other ghost stories book. A warning to the curious tv movie 1972 a warning to. Buy a warning to the curious and other ghost stories 1st by m. James tales that is the conception of terror, i decided to delve into some of his original ghost stories. In casting the runes and other ghost stories, michael cox notes that the manuscript for the a warning to the curious is untraced, but that it was sold to elkin matthews at the sothebys auction in 1936. A warning to the curious and other ghost stories by m r james, 9781721989225, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. James fourth and final collection of new ghost stories, published in 1925.
May 10, 2017 a warning to the curious 1972 a ghost story for christmas. James and, what with it being christmas as i write this, well, it seems silly not to look at james instead. The story of paxton, an antiquarian and archaeologist who holidays in seaburgh and inadvertently stumbles across one of the lost crowns of anglia, which legendarily protect the country from invasion. A warning to the curious and other ghost stories, by m. Instead of purchasing this volume, you might want to consider one of his more complete collections. More than 2000 free ebooks to read or download in english for your computer, smartphone, ereader or tablet. A warning to the curious, and other ghost stories ebooks. A second collection of tales from the master of ghost stories, m. In 2000 the bbc produced a series called ghost stories for christmas, with christopher lee in which lee played m r james reading four of his own stories. Ghost stories of an antiquary 1904, more ghost stories of an antiquary 1911, a thin ghost and others 1919, and a warning to the curious and other ghost stories 1925. Jamess readings at kings college were renowned in cambridge. Jan 16, 2007 a thin ghost and others contents the residence at whitminster the diary of mr. A warning to the curious and other ghost stories by m.
James ghost story a warning to the curious is perfect viewing for when the evenings grow darker. This volume includes a warning to the curious, the stalls of barchester cathedral. A warning to the curious is a short ghost story by the british author m. This episode explores m r james classic english ghost story, a warning to the curious. Whether elkin matthews was acting as an agent, or making a speculative purchase, is unknown. A warning to the curious and other ghost stories, book. Contents of the original edition the haunted dolls house the uncommon prayerbook a neighbours landmark a view from a hill a warning to the curious an evenings entertainment. James, included in his book a warning to the curious and other ghost stories first published in 1925. James fourth and final collection of ghost stories, published in 1925 montague rhodes james 18621936 was a medievalist scholar. A warning to the curious, and other ghost stories ebooks for all.
James a warning to the curious the place on the east coast which the reader is asked to consider is seaburgh. A warning to the curious and other ghost stories m. A warning to the curious and other ghost stories wikipedia. We spend some time talking about the man himself and how his work has retained its appeal. A warning to the curious this book is in very good condition and will be shipped within 24 hours of ordering. Leaving the spade at home, we set off in search of the eerie east anglian landscapes that give it its strange power. A warning to the curious full text publisher published in london mercury xii, no. James only wrote 31 ghost stories, but seven of them in addition to whistle have been the basis of the bbcs christmas program, including the two most recent episodes from when the series was revived in 2005.
Most of his ghost stories were occasional pieces, written for friends or college magazines, and were collected in ghoststories of an antiquary 1904, more ghost stories of an antiquary 1911, a thin ghost and others 1919, and a warning to the curious and other ghost stories 1925. Montague rhodes james 18621936 was a a noted scholar and the author of numerous ghost stories, which he began writing after entering cambridge in 1882. James 150th anniversary edition edited with an afterword by stephen jones illustrated by les edwards. Several of the ghost stories are set in suffolk, including oh, whistle, and ill come to you, my lad, a warning to the curious aldeburgh, rats and a vignette great livermere. James wrote many of his ghost stories to be read aloud in the long tradition of spooky christmas eve tales.
A warning to the curious is a ghost story by british writer m. Jamess ghost stories were published in a series of collections. A warning to the curious january 7, 2014 a natural enough followup to my previous column might have been to look at the work of edgar allan poe, but a comment from david surface last month got me thinking about m. A warning to the curious is fresh off the brilliant rendition of classic m. R rendell, ruth and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. First edition, first impression, of jamess fourth and final collection of excellent ghost stories bleiler. A warning to the curious and other ghost stories book, 1925. A warning to the curious 1972 a ghost story for christmas.
Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. James, found in his book a warning to the curious and other ghost stories first published in 1925. A warning to the curious and other ghost stories, 1st5th m. This volume includes a warning to the curious, the stalls of barchester cathedral, the mezzotint, and a neighbours landmark. James 150th anniversary edition edited with an afterword by stephen jones illustrated by les edwards new york london.
Contents of the original edition the haunted dolls house the uncommon prayerbook a neighbours landmark a view. Ghost stories of an antiquary 1904, more ghost stories of an antiquary 1911, a thin ghost and others 1919, a warning to the curious and other ghost stories 1925. Bleiler 1983 in the guide to supernatural fiction pages 145 294. A warning to the curious and other ghost stories hosted at wikilivres 1925 the haunted dolls house hosted at wikilivres the uncommon prayerbook hosted at wikilivres a neighbours landmark hosted at wikilivres a view from a hill hosted at wikilivres a warning to the curious hosted at wikilivres an evenings entertainment hosted at wikilivres. A warning to the curious and other ghost stories, 1st5th.
The film has a sepia look and the atmosphere and use of music are superb. The haunted dolls house, the uncommon prayerbook, a neighbours. The story concerns a young antiquary and archaeologist named paxton. The tale tells the story of paxton, an antiquarian and archaeologist who holidays in seaburgh and inadvertently stumbles across one of the three lost crowns of anglia, which legendarily protect the country from invasion. Montague rhodes james wikisource, the free library. However, it only contains six of his short stories. Although made for television, this may be the finest ever film version of a ghost story. England has an enduring love for ghost stories, and james is the towering figure in the field. A warning to the curious and other ghost stories mr james. Upon digging the crown up, paxton is stalked by its supernatural guardian.
Mar 17, 2020 this episode explores m r james classic english ghost story, a warning to the curious. Poynter an episode of cathedral history the story of a disappearance and an appearance two doctors. A warning to the curious and other ghost stories 1925 uncle silas, by joseph sheridan le fanu 1926 the collected ghost stories of m. The cover may have some limited signs of wear but the pages are clean, intact and the spine remains undamaged. While on vacation on the southeast coast of england, paxton hears the legend of the three holy crowns. I have to confess, ive only read a few of his works and none were intriguing enough for me to remember. His stories often use rural settings, with a quiet, scholarly protagonist getting caught up in the activities of supernatural forces.
One of the best bbc adaptations is of james story, a. He wrote many of his ghost stories to be read aloud in the long tradition of spooky christmas eve tales. True ghost stories episode 1 real ghosts original broadcast version. James 1931 curious warnings the great ghost stories of m. Accordingly, he is known as the originator of the antiquarian ghost story. The other is a recent selection of jamess stories with an introduction by ruth rendell. A warning to the curious and other stories everyman.
Jamess readings at kings college were renowned in cambridge, and he continued. Lee, who actually once met james, obviously enjoyed making this series and a warning to the curious is a real highlight enjoy. It is not very different now from what i remember it to have been when i was a child. Most of his ghost stories were occasional pieces, written for friends or college magazines, and were collected in ghost stories of an antiquary 1904, more ghost stories of an antiquary 1911, a thin ghost and others 1919, and a warning to the curious and other ghost stories 1925. Although i have read other of his ghost stories that were marvelous. To ask other readers questions about a warning to the curious, please sign up. One is the original 1925 book jamess fourth collection and reprints thereof. It first appeared in print in the literary journal london mercury in august 1925. A warning to the curious tv movie 1972 a warning to the.