THE PHANTOM RICKSHAW AND OTHER GHOST STORIES
UNABRIDGED ORIGINAL CLASSIC
📘 About This Book
THE PHANTOM ‘RICKSHAW AND OTHER GHOST STORIES BY RUDYARD KIPLING KEY FEATURES OF THIS BOOK · Unabridged original content · Available in multiple formats: eBook, original paperback, large print paperback and hardcover · Proper paragraph formatting with Indented first lines, 1.25 Line Spacing and Justified Paragraphs · Properly formatted for aesthetics and ease of reading. · Custom Table of Contents and Design elements for each chapter · The Copyright page has been placed at the end of the book, as to not impede the content and flow of the book. ABOUT THE BOOK: Original publication: 1888 The Phantom ‘Rickshaw and other Ghost Stories, also called The Phantom ‘Rickshaw and other Eerie Tales is a collection of 5 short but spooky stories written more than 100 years ago. This collection is perfect for stories around the campfire or Halloween night. Stories of haunting ghosts, phantoms, visitors that are not there. You will want to sleep with the lights on after reading this book. Stories: 5 Words: 46,000 This book is great for schools, teachers and students or for the casual reader, and makes a wonderful addition to any classic literary library ABOUT US: At Pure Snow Publishing we have taken the time and care into formatting this book to make it the best possible reading experience. With more than 500 book listings, we specialize in publishing classic books and have been publishing books since 2014. Enjoy!
📖 Summary
Rudyard Kipling’s classic collection, presented here in a 2022 edition spanning 148 pages, brings together five short and eerie tales that continue to captivate readers more than a century after their original publication in 1888. Also known as The Phantom ‘Rickshaw and other Eerie Tales, this volume offers a fascinating glimpse into the supernatural imagination of a legendary author best known for his vivid depictions of colonial life. The collection features unabridged original content, making it an authentic journey into vintage ghost stories and psychological hauntings. The title story sets the tone for the book, exploring themes of guilt, memory, and the inescapable nature of past wrongs as experienced by characters caught between the physical world and the haunting echoes of the past. Alongside other chilling narratives, the stories utilize Kipling's signature atmospheric storytelling to evoke a sense of unease, dread, and mystery. Beyond the eerie plots, these tales reflect the Victorian fascination with the paranormal and the psychological burdens carried by individuals in isolated or unfamiliar environments. This particular edition has been carefully designed for modern readers, offering proper paragraph formatting with indented first lines, 1.25 line spacing, justified paragraphs, and a custom table of contents with unique design elements for each chapter. To ensure a seamless reading experience, the copyright page has been thoughtfully placed at the end of the book so it does not impede the narrative flow. Available in multiple formats including eBook, original paperback, large print paperback, and hardcover, this collection caters to diverse reader preferences while preserving the literary integrity of the original 1888 publication. Whether revisiting these classic tales or discovering them for the first time, readers will find a compact yet impactful journey into the uncanny, expertly packaged for modern aesthetics and ease of reading.
🎯 Key Lessons
⚖️ Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
Contains unabridged original content from 1888
Available in a wide variety of formats including large print and hardcover
Thoughtfully formatted with proper paragraph spacing and custom chapter designs
Copyright page placed at the end for an uninterrupted reading flow
⚠️ Cons
Short page count may leave some readers wanting more stories
Victorian writing style and pacing may not appeal to every modern horror fan
✍️ About the Author
Rudyard Kipling (1865-1936) was an English author and Nobel Prize laureate known for 'The Jungle Book' and poems such as 'If—', reflecting his experiences in British India.
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When were these stories originally published? +
The stories were originally published in 1888.
How many stories are included in this collection? +
The collection includes five short and spooky stories.
Is the content abridged in this 2022 edition? +
No, the book features unabridged original content.
What formats is the book available in? +
It is available in eBook, original paperback, large print paperback, and hardcover.
Where is the copyright page located in this edition? +
The copyright page has been placed at the end of the book to avoid impeding the reading flow.
