Publisher's Synopsis
The Mystery of Witch-Face Mountain and Other Stories is a collection of short stories written by Charles Egbert Craddock and published in 1895. The book consists of six thrilling tales that are set in the Appalachian Mountains of Tennessee and Virginia. The stories are filled with mystery, adventure, and suspense, and are sure to keep readers on the edge of their seats.The title story, The Mystery of Witch-Face Mountain, follows a group of travelers who get lost in the mountains and stumble upon a mysterious old house. They soon discover that the house is inhabited by a witch who has a terrifying secret. Other stories in the collection include The Phantom of Bogue Holauba, which tells the tale of a ghostly presence that haunts a small village, and The Prophet of the Great Smoky Mountains, which follows a young boy who has a prophetic vision.Throughout the book, Craddock weaves together vivid descriptions of the Appalachian landscape and local folklore with his captivating storytelling style. The result is a collection of stories that transport readers to a world filled with danger, mystery, and supernatural intrigue.Overall, The Mystery of Witch-Face Mountain and Other Stories is a must-read for fans of classic horror and suspense fiction, as well as anyone interested in the history and culture of the Appalachian Mountains.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
