At the Ghost Hour: The House of the Unbelieving Thomas (1894)

At The Ghost Hour: The House Of The Unbelieving Thomas (1894) is a novel by Paul Heyse. The story is set in a small German village and follows the life of Thomas, a wealthy and successful businessman who is known for his skepticism and disbelief in the supernatural. However, when he inherits a large, old house from his uncle, strange and unexplainable events begin to occur. Thomas is forced to confront his beliefs as he tries to unravel the mysteries of the house and the ghostly apparitions that haunt it. Along the way, he is aided by a young woman named Agnes, who is also grappling with her own beliefs and fears. The novel is a masterful blend of suspense, horror, and psychological drama, exploring themes of faith, doubt, and the power of the unknown. Heyse's writing is richly descriptive and evocative, painting a vivid picture of the eerie and unsettling atmosphere of the house. At The Ghost Hour: The House Of The Unbelieving Thomas is a classic of supernatural fiction and a must-read for fans 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.