
Uncanny Tales
Mary Louisa Molesworth's Uncanny Tales (1976) is an occult fiction and classic fantasy story collection.
It has been published in 4 editions. On Project Gutenberg it was downloaded 427 times in the last 30 days.
At about 165 pages, most readers finish it in 3–4 hours. It is in the public domain, so you can read it free on Project Gutenberg or listen to the 4 h 52 min LibriVox audiobook.
About Uncanny Tales
"Uncanny Tales" by Mrs. Molesworth is a collection of ghost stories written in the late 19th century. The narratives within this anthology explore eerie and supernatural themes, with an emphasis on the strange occurrences surrounding a family who temporarily resides in a supposedly haunted house, Finster St. Mabyn. The main characters include the curious Leila, her delicate younger brother Dormer, and their family members, as they navigate the chilling experiences that unfold around them. The opening of the book introduces readers to Finster St. Mabyn, a captivating and ancient seaside house that becomes the temporary residence for Leila's family. Initially unaware of its haunted reputation, they are drawn by its charm and the allure of sea air for recovery from illness. As they settle in, unsettling experiences begin to emerge, particularly for young Dormer, who senses eerie coldness and glimpses strange shadows that evoke a supernatural presence. This captivating premise sets the stage for a deeper exploration of the family's growing awareness of the mysterious and unsettling forces at play in their new home, hinting at the unfolding ghostly dramas that will challenge their perceptions of reality.
Free audiobook
Uncanny Tales — LibriVox recording, 4 h 52 min in 11 sections.
Public-domain recording by volunteer readers. Listen online, download MP3s or stream from the Internet Archive.
Quick answers
Who wrote Uncanny Tales?
Uncanny Tales was written by Mary Louisa Molesworth and first published in 1976.
What genre is Uncanny Tales?
It is usually shelved as Occult Fiction and Classic Fantasy.
How long is Uncanny Tales?
The median edition has 165 pages, about 3–4 hours of reading at 250 words per minute.
Is Uncanny Tales 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 Uncanny Tales?
Yes — LibriVox volunteers recorded it; the recording runs 4 h 52 min.
What books are similar to Uncanny Tales?
Readers who like it often enjoy The Stone Dragon and Other Tragic Romances, In a Glass Darkly and The Monkey's Paw and Other Tales of Mystery and the Macabre.
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