The Case of Mr. Lucraft and Other Tales, Volume I, by Sir Walter Besant and James Rice, presents a captivating collection of Victorian-era stories blending the supernatural with social commentary. The titular tale follows Luke Lucraft, a struggling young man who, in a desperate bid for financial security, sells his appetite to a mysterious benefactor. This Faustian bargain leads to a downward spiral as Lucraft becomes a helpless witness to the consequences of his decision. Besant and Rice skillfully explore themes of temptation, human frailty, and moral redemption in a world teetering between realism and the fantastic. Alongside *The Case of Mr. Lucraft*, this volume includes other riveting tales that further delve into the strange and the eerie, like *The Mystery of Joe Morgan*. These stories are rich in period detail, with sharp social observations and a keen sense of the macabre.

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Release Date 04/12/2016
Authors Sir Besant, James Rice
Language English
Company Leopold Classic Library
Weight 1.37 pounds
Dimensions 6.69 x 0.69 x 9.61 inches

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