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The Canterville Ghost

The Canterville Ghost

By Wilde, Oscar

Published by Antique Editions

English 2026 ISBN 9782379264580
eBook

About this book

First published in 1887, The Canterville Ghost is Oscar Wilde's witty and imaginative tale that blends humor, satire, and the supernatural. The story follows the Otis family, an American household that moves into an old English manor haunted by the ghost of Sir Simon de Canterville. Expecting fear and terror, the ghost instead finds himself frustrated by the practical and unshaken Americans, who treat his eerie appearances with indifference—and even humor. Through this clever reversal, Wilde gently satirizes cultural differences between America and England while exploring themes of redemption, compassion, and forgiveness. Charming, humorous, and unexpectedly touching, The Canterville Ghost remains a timeless classic that delights readers with its blend of comedy and heartfelt storytelling.

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