
The Thing from the Lake
The Thing from the Lake is a ghost story and classic fantasy novel by Eleanor M. Ingram.
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It is in the public domain, so you can read it free on Project Gutenberg or listen to the 7 h 35 min LibriVox audiobook.
About The Thing from the Lake
"The Thing from the Lake" by Eleanor M. Ingram is a novel written in the early 20th century. The book appears to deal with themes of mystery and the supernatural, as evidenced by its exploration of a haunted house setting and its mention of apparitions. The story may revolve around Roger Locke, who has recently purchased an old farmhouse and encounters strange occurrences during his stay. At the start of the narrative, Roger Locke visits a dilapidated farmhouse in Connecticut, where he becomes charmed by its potential despite its neglected state. After purchasing the property, he decides to spend the night there, only to awaken to an eerie encounter involving a mysterious woman whose long braid of hair he unexpectedly grips. This encounter escalates into a surreal and tense moment filled with a blend of fear and intrigue, as an unseen presence lurks in the shadows. Additionally, Ingram weaves in elements of magic and folklore through the womanβs haunting voice, leaving readers to question the nature of reality and what lies beyond the boundaries of the known world.
Free audiobook
The Thing from the Lake β LibriVox recording, 7 h 35 min in 22 sections.
Public-domain recording by volunteer readers. Listen online, download MP3s or stream from the Internet Archive.
Quick answers
Who wrote The Thing from the Lake?
The Thing from the Lake was written by Eleanor M. Ingram.
What genre is The Thing from the Lake?
It is usually shelved as Ghost Stories and Classic Fantasy.
Is The Thing from the Lake free to read?
Yes. It is in the public domain in the United States and can be read free on Project Gutenberg in EPUB, Kindle and HTML formats.
Is there a free audiobook of The Thing from the Lake?
Yes β LibriVox volunteers recorded it; the recording runs 7 h 35 min.
What books are similar to The Thing from the Lake?
Readers who like it often enjoy The House of Seven Gables Readalong, The Haunted Hotel and The Shining.
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