Wolverden Tower (Christmas Mystery Series)

Wolverden Tower (Christmas Mystery Series)

Author: Grant Allen

Publisher: e-artnow

Published: 2016-12-04

Total Pages: 29

ISBN-13: 8026871936

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This carefully crafted ebook: "Wolverden Tower (Christmas Mystery Series)” is formatted for your eReader with a functional and detailed table of contents. Excerpt: "Maisie Llewelyn had never been asked to Wolverden before; therefore, she was not a little elated at Mrs. West's invitation. For Wolverden Hall, one of the loveliest Elizabethan manor-houses in the Weald of Kent, had been bought and fitted up in appropriate style (the phrase is the upholsterer's) by Colonel West, the famous millionaire from South Australia” Maisie Llewelyn is invited as a guest to Wolverden Hall for Christmas. There is also an old church nearby, whose tower was recently rebuilt. This restoration was not very successful but was absolutely necessary. Here Maisie befriends two young girls, Yolande and Hedda, but strangely, none of the other guests seems to know the two. After Christmas, the three girls want to visit the church again and climb the steeple, because Maisie is of royal blood and the tower needs a new protective spirit. Unknown to poor Maisie, danger lurks in a dark corner to strike her. What will happen with her and what is the secret of the Wolverden Tower? Read on. Grant Allen (1848–1899) was a Canadian science writer and novelist, and a proponent of the theory of evolution. Allen also became a pioneer in science fiction, with the 1895 novel "The British Barbarians” which was published about the same time as H. G. Wells's "The Time Machine”.


Wolverden Tower

Wolverden Tower

Author: Grant Allen

Publisher: Lindhardt og Ringhof

Published: 2023-02-16

Total Pages: 42

ISBN-13: 8726612836

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It is Christmas time and Maisie Llewelyn is invited as a guest to Wolverden Hall. She does not know anybody there but she quickly befriends two girls. She meets them in the nearby church whose tower was recently rebuilt. It is strange and a bit suspicious that none of the other guests know the two girls but Maisie decides to trust them. After Christmas the three friends decide to climb the new church tower. Maisie is however unaware of the danger that lurks behind her back. What will happen and how will this friendship end up? Who are those girls and what do they want from Maisie? "Wolverden Tower" holds the answers. Grant Allen was a Canadian writer who lived in the period 1848 – 1899. His writing career began around 1876 when he published a series of essays on science. His first books, "Physiological Aesthetics" and "Flowers and Their Pedigrees" took up this subject as well. Grant Allen was also a pioneer in science fiction. He wrote about thirty science fiction novels in the period 1884-1899. In his later works, Allen also took up some revolutionary theories for the time regarding marriage. "The Woman Who Did" which depicts the life of an independent woman who takes care of her child on her own became a bestseller.


The Christmas Mystery Wagon – Premium Collection

The Christmas Mystery Wagon – Premium Collection

Author: Edgar Wallace

Publisher: e-artnow

Published: 2020-11-27

Total Pages: 1273

ISBN-13:

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This meticulously edited collection includes some of the finest Christmas mysteries to keep you company for the entire holiday season! From puzzling detective cases to hair raising ghost tales, this collection has it all:_x000D_ The Adventure of the Blue Carbuncle (Arthur Conan Doyle)_x000D_ The Flying Stars (G. K. Chesterton)_x000D_ Percival Bland's Proxy (R. Austin Freeman)_x000D_ A Christmas Capture (Fred M. White)_x000D_ McAllister's Christmas (Arthur Cheney Train)_x000D_ The Mystery of Room Five (Fred M White)_x000D_ A Policeman's Business (Edgar Wallace)_x000D_ Stuffing (Edgar Wallace)_x000D_ Mr Wray's Cash Box (Wilkie Collins)_x000D_ The Adventure of the Second Swag (Robert Barr)_x000D_ A Chaparral Christmas Gift (O. Henry)_x000D_ A Christmas Tragedy (Emmuska Orczy)_x000D_ What the Shepherd Saw (Thomas Hardy)_x000D_ The Silver Hatchet (Arthur Conan Doyle)_x000D_ Markheim (Robert Louis Stevenson)_x000D_ The Wolves of Cernogratz (Saki)_x000D_ Mustapha (Sabine Baring-Gould)_x000D_ The Christmas Banquet (Nathaniel Hawthorne)_x000D_ The Haunted Man (Charles Dickens)_x000D_ The Ghost's Touch (Fergus Hume)_x000D_ Glámr (Sabine Baring-Gould)_x000D_ The Ghosts at Grantley (Leonard Kip)_x000D_ A Terrible Christmas Eve (Lucie E. Jackson)_x000D_ Ghosts and Family Legends (Catherine Crowe)_x000D_ Thurlow's Christmas Story (John Kendrick Bangs)_x000D_ The Abbot's Ghost (Louisa M. Alcott)_x000D_ Old Applejoy's Ghost (Frank R. Stockton)_x000D_ Wolverden Tower (Grant Allen)_x000D_ The Christmas-Eve Vigil (James Bowker)_x000D_ The Box with the Iron Clamps (Florence Marryat)_x000D_ Joseph (Katherine Rickford)_x000D_ The Story of the Goblins Who Stole a Sexton (Charles Dickens)_x000D_ The Ghost of Christmas Eve (J. M. Barrie)_x000D_ The Dead Sexton (Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu)_x000D_ Uncle Cornelius His Story (George MacDonald)_x000D_ The Grave by the Handpost (Thomas Hardy)_x000D_ Number Ninety (Bithia Mary Croker)_x000D_ At Chrighton Abbey (Mary Elizabeth Braddon)_x000D_ The Black Bag Left on a Door-Step (Catherine L. Pirkis)_x000D_ Between the Lights (E. F. Benson)_x000D_ Transition (Algernon Blackwood)_x000D_ The Kit-Bag (Algernon Blackwood)


CHRISTMAS MYSTERIES - 20 Thriller Classics in One Volume

CHRISTMAS MYSTERIES - 20 Thriller Classics in One Volume

Author: Charles Dickens

Publisher: Good Press

Published: 2024-01-14

Total Pages: 602

ISBN-13:

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CHRISTMAS MYSTERIES - 20 Thriller Classics in One Volume presents an eclectic collection that intertwines the festive spirit of Christmas with the intrigue and suspense of mystery literature. This anthology spans a broad spectrum of literary styles, from the gothic and supernatural to detective fiction and psychological thrillers, reflecting the diverse ways in which the theme of mystery can intersect with holiday cheer. The collection stands as a testament to the versatile narrative power of Christmas, incorporating works that range from eerie ghost stories to ingenious tales of deduction, each shedding light on the darker corners of the holiday season. The authors contributing to this anthology are luminaries of 19th and early 20th century literature, each with their own unique contribution to the genres of mystery and suspense. Charles Dickens, Arthur Conan Doyle, and Wilkie Collins, among others, offer stories that not only highlight their mastery of narrative tension but also reflect the historical and cultural climates of their respective eras. These stories, while diverse, collectively explore themes of redemption, revelation, and the ever-present contrast between light and shadow during the holiday season, thus providing a rich tapestry of cultural and literary insights. CHRISTMAS MYSTERIES invites readers to explore the multifaceted traditions of the holiday season through a lens of mystery and suspense. It promises a journey through the varied landscapes of human emotion and cultural celebration, making it a valuable addition to any literary collection. The anthology serves not only as an engaging compendium of thrilling tales but also fosters a deeper appreciation for the ways in which mystery and the yuletide spirit converge to reveal profound truths about humanity and society. This volume is recommended for those eager to delve into the intersection of festive joy and the tantalizing allure of the unknown.


Wolverden Tower (Christmas Mystery Series): Supernatural & Occult Thriller (Gothic Classic)

Wolverden Tower (Christmas Mystery Series): Supernatural & Occult Thriller (Gothic Classic)

Author: Grant Allen

Publisher: E-Artnow

Published: 2018-12-14

Total Pages: 28

ISBN-13: 9788026892366

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Excerpt: "Maisie Llewelyn had never been asked to Wolverden before; therefore, she was not a little elated at Mrs. West's invitation. For Wolverden Hall, one of the loveliest Elizabethan manor-houses in the Weald of Kent, had been bought and fitted up in appropriate style (the phrase is the upholsterer's) by Colonel West, the famous millionaire from South Australia" Maisie Llewelyn is invited as a guest to Wolverden Hall for Christmas. There is also an old church nearby, whose tower was recently rebuilt. This restoration was not very successful but was absolutely necessary. Here Maisie befriends two young girls, Yolande and Hedda, but strangely, none of the other guests seems to know the two. After Christmas, the three girls want to visit the church again and climb the steeple, because Maisie is of royal blood and the tower needs a new protective spirit. Unknown to poor Maisie, danger lurks in a dark corner to strike her. What will happen with her and what is the secret of the Wolverden Tower? Read on. Grant Allen (1848-1899) was a Canadian science writer and novelist, and a proponent of the theory of evolution. Allen also became a pioneer in science fiction, with the 1895 novel "The British Barbarians" which was published about the same time as H. G. Wells's "The Time Machine."


Dark Christmas Collection: 30+ Supernatural Thrillers, Mysteries & Ghost Stories

Dark Christmas Collection: 30+ Supernatural Thrillers, Mysteries & Ghost Stories

Author: Charles Dickens

Publisher: DigiCat

Published: 2023-11-09

Total Pages: 1095

ISBN-13:

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DigiCat presents to you a meticulously edited Christmas Mysteries collection. This ebook has been designed and formatted to the highest digital standards and adjusted for readability on all devices. Content: The Silver Hatchet (Arthur Conan Doyle) What the Shepherd Saw: A Tale of Four Moonlight Nights (Thomas Hardy) Markheim (Robert Louis Stevenson) The Wolves of Cernogratz (Saki) Mustapha (Sabine Baring-Gould) The Story of a Disappearance and an Appearance (M.R. James) The Christmas Banquet (Nathaniel Hawthorne) The Ghost's Touch (Fergus Hume) Glámr (Sabine Baring-Gould) The Ghosts at Grantley (Leonard Kip) A Terrible Christmas Eve (Lucie E. Jackson) Ghosts and Family Legends (Catherine Crowe) The Ghost: A Christmas Story (William Douglas O'Connor) Thurlow's Christmas Story (John Kendrick Bangs) The Mystery of My Grandmother's Hair Sofa (John Kendrick Bangs) The Abbot's Ghost; or Maurice Treherne's Temptation (Louisa M. Alcott) Old Applejoy's Ghost (Frank R. Stockton) Wolverden Tower (Grant Allen) The Christmas-Eve Vigil (James Bowker) Told After Supper (Jerome K. Jerome) The Box with the Iron Clamps (Florence Marryat) Joseph: A Story (Katherine Rickford) The Story of the Goblins Who Stole a Sexton (Charles Dickens) The Ghost of Christmas Eve (J. M. Barrie) The Dead Sexton (Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu) Uncle Cornelius His Story (George MacDonald) The Grave by the Handpost (Thomas Hardy) Number Ninety (Bithia Mary Croker) At Chrighton Abbey (Mary Elizabeth Braddon) The Haunted Man (Charles Dickens) Doctor Marigold's Prescriptions (Charles Dickens) The Christmas Carol (Charles Dickens) The Black Bag Left on a Door-Step (Catherine L. Pirkis) Between the Lights (E. F. Benson) Transition (Algernon Blackwood) The Kit-Bag (Algernon Blackwood)


The Darkness Awakens on Christmas: 30+ Supernatural Thrillers, Mysteries & Eerie Ghost Stories

The Darkness Awakens on Christmas: 30+ Supernatural Thrillers, Mysteries & Eerie Ghost Stories

Author: Thomas Hardy

Publisher: e-artnow

Published: 2018-12-03

Total Pages: 1083

ISBN-13: 8026898869

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e-artnow presents to you this unique collection of the darkest tingling Christmas mysteries and horror tales: Who would ever say no to the master story tellers when they have to offer their darkest tingling Christmas mysteries and horror tales as a holiday present: The Silver Hatchet (Arthur Conan Doyle) What the Shepherd Saw: A Tale of Four Moonlight Nights (Thomas Hardy) Markheim (Robert Louis Stevenson) The Wolves of Cernogratz (Saki) Mustapha (Sabine Baring-Gould) The Story of a Disappearance and an Appearance (M.R. James) The Christmas Banquet (Nathaniel Hawthorne) The Ghost's Touch (Fergus Hume) Glámr (Sabine Baring-Gould) The Ghosts at Grantley (Leonard Kip) A Terrible Christmas Eve (Lucie E. Jackson) Ghosts and Family Legends (Catherine Crowe) The Ghost: A Christmas Story (William Douglas O'Connor) Thurlow's Christmas Story (John Kendrick Bangs) The Mystery of My Grandmother's Hair Sofa (John Kendrick Bangs) The Abbot's Ghost; or Maurice Treherne's Temptation (Louisa M. Alcott) Old Applejoy's Ghost (Frank R. Stockton) Wolverden Tower (Grant Allen) The Christmas-Eve Vigil (James Bowker) Told After Supper (Jerome K. Jerome) The Box with the Iron Clamps (Florence Marryat) Joseph: A Story (Katherine Rickford) The Story of the Goblins Who Stole a Sexton (Charles Dickens) The Ghost of Christmas Eve (J. M. Barrie) The Dead Sexton (Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu) Uncle Cornelius His Story (George MacDonald) The Grave by the Handpost (Thomas Hardy) Number Ninety (Bithia Mary Croker) At Chrighton Abbey (Mary Elizabeth Braddon) The Haunted Man (Charles Dickens) Doctor Marigold's Prescriptions (Charles Dickens) The Christmas Carol (Charles Dickens) The Black Bag Left on a Door-Step (Catherine L. Pirkis) Between the Lights (E. F. Benson) Transition (Algernon Blackwood) The Kit-Bag (Algernon Blackwood)


The Greatest Mysteries of Earl Derr Biggers – 11 Titles in One Volume (Illustrated Edition)

The Greatest Mysteries of Earl Derr Biggers – 11 Titles in One Volume (Illustrated Edition)

Author: Earl Derr Biggers

Publisher: DigiCat

Published: 2023-12-22

Total Pages: 2409

ISBN-13:

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"Seven Keys to Baldpate" – A young novelist William Magee travels to the Baldpate Mountain resort, seeking for solitude and inspiration for his greatest novel yet. Soon after he gets in, he finds out that he is not the only one there, for there are seven keys to the place and seven people with various stories of why they are there. "Love Insurance" – The American branch of Lloyds' insurers is specialized in unusual policies, but one day an impoverished Lord Harrowby showed up with the strangest claim of them all. He wants an insurance against his fiancée Cynthia Meyrick breaking off their engagement. "Inside the Lines" – World War I has started, Britain has gone up against Germany, and few Americans are stranded at Gibraltar desperate to catch a boat back home. Spies are everywhere and Germans are plotting to blow up the English troop at Gibraltar. "The Agony Column" (Second-Floor Mystery) – Geoffrey West is an American in London. Since arriving he has been fascinated by the Agony Column, a personal advertisements in newspapers. One morning he spots an American tourist girl reading the same section, decides to place an ad to catch her attention, and soon they start corresponding. "Fifty Candles" – Young Winthrop is in love with Mary Wills and longs to marry her. His pursuit of her will lead him to a party in the home of a former employer, a millionaire with more enemies than friends. Millionaire is killed at the party, no one can be ruled out as a suspect, and some clues point to Winthrop. "Charlie Chan Series" - Charlie is a Chinese American detective who lives on Hawaii and works for the Honolulu Police Department, but often travels around the world investigating mysteries and solving crimes.


Christmas After Dark - 36 Holiday Ghost Stories & Supernatural Thrillers

Christmas After Dark - 36 Holiday Ghost Stories & Supernatural Thrillers

Author: Charles Dickens

Publisher: DigiCat

Published: 2023-12-13

Total Pages: 941

ISBN-13:

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Who would ever say no to the master story tellers when they have to offer their darkest tingling Christmas mysteries and horror tales as a holiday present: The Silver Hatchet (Arthur Conan Doyle) What the Shepherd Saw: A Tale of Four Moonlight Nights (Thomas Hardy) Markheim (Robert Louis Stevenson) The Wolves of Cernogratz (Saki) Mustapha (Sabine Baring-Gould) The Story of a Disappearance and an Appearance (M.R. James) The Christmas Banquet (Nathaniel Hawthorne) The Ghost's Touch (Fergus Hume) Glámr (Sabine Baring-Gould) The Ghosts at Grantley (Leonard Kip) A Terrible Christmas Eve (Lucie E. Jackson) Ghosts and Family Legends (Catherine Crowe) The Ghost: A Christmas Story (William Douglas O'Connor) Thurlow's Christmas Story (John Kendrick Bangs) The Mystery of My Grandmother's Hair Sofa (John Kendrick Bangs) The Abbot's Ghost; or Maurice Treherne's Temptation (Louisa M. Alcott) Old Applejoy's Ghost (Frank R. Stockton) Wolverden Tower (Grant Allen) The Christmas-Eve Vigil (James Bowker) Told After Supper (Jerome K. Jerome) The Box with the Iron Clamps (Florence Marryat) Joseph: A Story (Katherine Rickford) The Story of the Goblins Who Stole a Sexton (Charles Dickens) The Ghost of Christmas Eve (J. M. Barrie) The Dead Sexton (Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu) Uncle Cornelius His Story (George MacDonald) The Grave by the Handpost (Thomas Hardy) Number Ninety (Bithia Mary Croker) At Chrighton Abbey (Mary Elizabeth Braddon) The Haunted Man (Charles Dickens) Doctor Marigold's Prescriptions (Charles Dickens) The Christmas Carol (Charles Dickens) The Black Bag Left on a Door-Step (Catherine L. Pirkis) Between the Lights (E. F. Benson) Transition (Algernon Blackwood) The Kit-Bag (Algernon Blackwood)


A Laodicean

A Laodicean

Author: Thomas Hardy

Publisher: DigiCat

Published: 2022-08-15

Total Pages: 379

ISBN-13:

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DigiCat Publishing presents to you this special edition of "A Laodicean" (A Story of To-day) by Thomas Hardy. DigiCat Publishing considers every written word to be a legacy of humankind. Every DigiCat book has been carefully reproduced for republishing in a new modern format. The books are available in print, as well as ebooks. DigiCat hopes you will treat this work with the acknowledgment and passion it deserves as a classic of world literature.