The Weird Picture (1905)

The Weird Picture is a novel written by John R. Carling and published in 1905. The story revolves around a mysterious and eerie painting that is said to have a curse on it. The painting is owned by the wealthy and eccentric Mr. Van Tassel, who invites a group of friends to his mansion to view the artwork. However, as they gather around the painting, strange and unexplainable events begin to occur. The characters become increasingly paranoid and fearful as they try to uncover the secrets behind the cursed painting. The novel is a classic example of early 20th-century horror and suspense literature, with a focus on supernatural elements and psychological terror. Carling's writing style is atmospheric and haunting, drawing the reader into the dark and unsettling world of the story. The Weird Picture is a must-read for fans of horror and suspense fiction, and a fascinating glimpse into the early days of the genre.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.