E. G. Swain

E. G. Swain, e.G. Swain was Vicar of Stanground in East Anglia and a friend of M.R. James. In 1912, he published a collection of stories featuring the Revd Mr Batchel, a mild-mannered clergyman who is constantly running across supernatural happenings in his parish. These charming ghost stories were written by Swain as a tribute to his friend Monty James, and they have been favorites of ghost story fans for many years. Swain's approach was gentler than James's, his stories have a warmth and humor that sets them apart while still maintaining the Jamesian tradition.

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1996 Stoneground Ghost Tales,the stories in Stoneground Ghost Tales follow Mr Batchel as he encounters various supernatural phenomena in his parish, from "The Man With the Roller" to "Bone to His Bone" and "The Richpins." Swain had a gift for creating memorable characters and situations, and his stories demonstrate a deep understanding of the form while bringing his own perspective to it. The collection has maintained its appeal over the decades, offering readers a different take on the Jamesian ghost story, one that's perhaps less terrifying but no less effective.

Edition Details

• Dust Jacket illustrated by Rachel Crittenden.
• This is a full clothbound edition limited to 400 copies.

External Links

• E. G. Swain. ISFDB entry for E. G. Swain
• 1996 Stoneground Ghost Tales. ISFDB entry for 1996 Stoneground Ghost Tales