The Book of Dreams and Ghosts by Andrew Lang is an intriguing exploration of supernatural tales, dreams, and ghostly phenomena. Far from being just a collection of eerie stories, the book delves into the realm of psychical research, a term used during Lang's time to describe the scientific and philosophical study of the unknown.
Lang combines his extensive literary knowledge with anthropological insight, presenting 79 stories across fourteen chapters. These tales, accompanied by his own editorial commentary, range from the chilling to the thought-provoking. They include accounts of dreams that foreshadow events, hauntings with mysterious origins, and unexplained interactions between the living and the departed.
Lang's writing is captivating and thoughtful, blending folklore, history, and the scientific curiosity of the late 19th century. His narrative style ensures that readers are not only entertained by the ghostly tales but also encouraged to consider the cultural and psychological dimensions of these stories.
Whether you're a fan of the paranormal, fascinated by human beliefs, or simply enjoy a good ghost story, this book provides a compelling window into humanity's enduring curiosity about the unknown.
The Book of Dreams and Ghosts
Author: Andrew Lang
Genre: Published 1800-1900, Social Science (Culture & Anthropology)
Language: English
Chapter Start Times:
Preface - Gloria Loughry: 00:00:00
Chapter I - Ben Tucker: 00:19:20
Chapter II - rozk: 00:53:55
Chapter III - Kerry Adams: 01:29:17
Chapter IV - docdlmartin: 01:58:29
Chapter V - Bittonbailey12: 02:27:02
Chapter VI - SomethingClever: 03:08:07
Chapter VII - Caro Davy, Allison Roberts: 03:56:43
Chapter VIII - mbm0rxi: 04:35:28
Chapter IX - J. Thurgood: 05:19:48
Chapter X - Dan Gurzynski: 05:55:13
Chapter XI - Dan Gurzynski: 06:29:45
Chapter XII - Dan Gurzynski: 07:13:25
Chapter XIII - Radhika Tamhankar: 07:44:53
Chapter XIV - Ben Tucker: 08:13:29
