The Jolly Corner: The 1908 classic ghost story by henry james...

Unique ElementsHistorical ContextDetailed 20th Century Historical MapAn Unmissable Ghost Story by Henry JamesSynopsisThe Jolly Corner is a short story by Henry James first published in 1908. One of James most noted ghost stories The Jolly Corner describes the adventures of Spencer Brydon as he prowls the now-empty New York house where he grew up.Spencer Brydon returns to New York City after thirty-three years abroad. He has returned to look at his 'property two buildings, one his boyhood home on "the jolly corner". The second, larger structure is now going to be renovated into a big apartment building. These properties have been the source of his income since the deaths of his family members. Spencer finds he is good at directing this renovation, despite never having done this work before, suggesting that his innate ability for business was hiding deep within him unused. Spencer rekindles a relationship with an old friend, Alice Staverton. Both comment on his real gift for business and construction which he also finds vulgar and sordid. He starts to wonder who he would have been if he had stayed in the U.S. This is a historical read as well as a popular literary classic.A Stunning Reprintwe take every step possible to ensure the original integrity of this book has been upheld to its highest standard. This means that the texts in this story are unedited and unchanged from the original author's publication, preserving its earliest form for your indulgence. This title is one of theBest horror story, of all timethat you just do not see in the modern age. This title will make an excellent gift to the classic lover in your life or a fantastic addition to your current collection. We are ready to ship this book off to you today at lightning speed, so you will find yourself indulging in this title without delay.Title DetailsOriginal 1908 textshort story5 x 8 InchesCream PaperGlossy Cover

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