This handsome paperback anthology brings together the classic short fiction of M.R. James, one of the most acclaimed ghost story writers of all time who influenced the likes of Stephen King and H. P. Lovecraft. M. R. James' tales have bewitched and terrified readers for over a century. Set among dark cathedrals, remote inns, and rural estates, with ancient artifacts of awful power lurking in the shadows, a sense of dread and unease builds until some terrible force is unleashed. These haunting tales by one of the genre's all-time greats will keep you transfixed even as your blood turns to ice. Tales include: * Oh, Whistle and I'll Come to You, My Lad * Casting the Runes * Count Magnus * Lost Hearts * The Stalls of Barchester Cathedral * And many more. Presented with a striking gothic cover design and featuring an insightful introduction, this makes is a wonderful gift or collectible for any lover of classic literature.