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Le Fanu, Joseph Sheridan
1814
1873
LeFanu, J. S. (Joseph Sheridan)
Fanu, Joseph Sheridan Le
Fanu, J. Sheridan Le
Fanu, J. S. le
Two Ghostly Mysteries
A Chapter in the History of a Tyrone Family; and the Murdered Cousin
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"Two Ghostly Mysteries" by Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu is a collection of two supernatural stories written during the mid-19th century. The first tale, "A Chapter in the History of a Tyrone Family", revolves around a tragic narrative centered on family and loss, featuring the protagonist's emotional turmoil following the death of her sister. The second story, "The Murdered Cousin", focuses on themes of suspicion and intrigue within a family, likely revealing dark secrets connected to a gruesome murder. At the start of the collection, the story "A Chapter in the History" introduces the narrator, Fanny Richardson, who recounts her childhood in a wealthy yet emotionally cold family. Following her sister's marriage and subsequent death, Fanny grapples with feelings of neglect from her parents and the overwhelming loneliness that ensues. As the story unfolds, the tension builds around the mystery of her sister's death and the haunting events that accompany it. The opening sections set the stage for a tale steeped in themes of loss, familial duty, and the eerie presence of the supernatural, leading readers to anticipate a rich exploration of the impact of such dark occurrences on the human psyche. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 54.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Ghost stories
Ireland -- Fiction
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Category: Science-Fiction & Fantasy
Category: Crime, Thrillers and Mystery
Category: Novels
Category: British Literature
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