Soon to be revived in a new BBC series, Mapp and Lucia is a poisonous witty, comic tale of two upper-class women battling for social supremacy in the most underhand ways possible. Meet Mapp and Lucia - two of the most unpleasant, disgraceful women you're ever likely to encounter, in E.F. Bensons carefully observed tale of 1930s village life and social ranking. Emmeline Lucas (known as Lucia to her friends) is emerging from mourning following the death of her husband. Pretentious, snobbish ...

The shadows grow darker with another collection of unforgettable tales from the supernatural tradition. The Book of Shadows Vol. 3 brings together atmospheric and unsettling stories by Mary Elizabeth Penn, Sir Herbert Stephen, Edith Nesbit, Vincent O'Sullivan, Margaret Oliphant, M. R. James, Ellen Glasgow, W. F. Harvey, Sir Hugh Walpole, and E. F. Benson. This collection explores the mysterious boundary between the ordinary and the supernatural, taking readers into worlds of ghostly encoun...

Step beyond the ordinary and enter a world of ghosts, strange encounters, hidden secrets, and unexplained phenomena. The Book of Shadows Vol. 1 is a collection of classic and atmospheric stories by Sir Arthur Quiller-Couch, Robert W. Chambers, H. G. Wells, Beatrix Potter, Edith Nesbit, Barry Pain, E. F. Benson, D. H. Lawrence, and Thomas Burke. Bringing together a diverse group of writers, this anthology explores the darker and stranger side of classic literature. Within its pages are stor...

Some stories entertain. Others linger long after the final page. Step into a collection where mystery, the supernatural, and the unexpected come together in unforgettable ways. Discover "The Book of Shadows Vol. 1," a remarkable anthology featuring unforgettable stories by acclaimed authors including Sir Arthur Quiller-Couch, Robert W. Chambers, H. G. Wells, Beatrix Potter, Edith Nesbit, Barry Pain, E. F. Benson, D. H. Lawrence, Thomas Burke, and others. Bringing together a diverse selecti...

Some doors should never be opened. Some secrets should never be uncovered. Yet the stories in this collection invite you to cross that threshold into the unknown. Discover "The Book of Shadows Vol. 3," a spellbinding anthology featuring timeless tales by celebrated authors including Mary Elizabeth Penn, Sir Herbert Stephen, Edith Nesbit, Vincent O'Sullivan, Margaret Oliphant, M. R. James, Ellen Glasgow, W. F. Harvey, Sir Hugh Walpole, E. F. Benson, and others. Bringing together an exceptio...

Experience the atmospheric visual edition of this tale by searching “Jonathan Dunne Horror” on YouTube.Title: Outside the DoorSeries Name: Timeless TerrorsSeries Entry: 161Author: E. F. BensonNarrator: Jonathan DunneOriginal Publication: 1910Public Domain: YesDescription:Outside...

Mapp and Lucia is a collective name for a series of novels by E. F. Benson which features humorous incidents in the lives of (mainly) upper-middle-class British people in the 1920s and 1930s, vying for social prestige and one-upmanship in an atmosphere of extreme cultural snobbery. Several of them are set in the small seaside town of Tilling, closely based on Rye, East Sussex, where Benson lived for a number of years and (like Lucia) served as mayor. Lucia previously lived at Riseholme, ba...

The Mapp and Lucia novels by E. F. Benson have become classics. Read the entire wonderfully engaging series in one e-Book!Includes Six Novels - Queen LuciaMiss MappLucia in LondonMapp and LuciaLucias ProgressTrouble for LuciaThis e-Book features a linked table of contents. We hope you enjoy the amusing and humorous characters of the Mapp and Lucia world.Look for more classic books from Green Light.Visit us at - GreenLighteBooks.tumblr.comTwitter - @GreenLightbooks and Facebook.com/greenlightb...

Dive into the mysterious realms of "The Golden Book of World's Greatest Mysteries 'Äì 60+ Whodunit Tales & Detective Stories," where the uncanny and enigmatic converge in a tantalizing array of stories by some of the world's most celebrated authors. This collection weaves together a rich tapestry of suspenseful narratives and rich plotting, exemplifying the evolution of mystery and detective fiction. From spine-chilling psychological thrillers to riveting detective sagas, the anthology emb...

"Our Family Affairs" by E. F. Benson is a captivating exploration of familial relationships and the intricacies of domestic life. Through a series of vignettes, Benson delves into the dynamics of his own family, offering readers a glimpse into the joys and challenges that come with close-knit connections. The narrative is rich with humor and insight, showcasing the author's keen observations of human behavior and the subtleties of family interactions. Benson's writing style is engaging, ma...

Dark spells. Haunted souls. Secrets too terrifying to forget… ️ Enter the forbidden realms of witchcraft, restless spirits, and cursed tomes in The Book of Shadows—a spine-tingling collection of short stories from acclaimed and emerging voices in supernatural horror. Each tale conjures a unique nightmare, drawing from occult traditions, urban legends, and timeless fears. Inside This Terrifying Collection: Ghostly visitations that defy explanation ️ Sinister spellbooks and ancient ...

What if the nightmare you fear most was only the first chapter of real-world terror?The Room in the Tower follows an ordinary man whose recurring dream becomes a chilling reality when he visits a friend's ancestral estate and is assigned the very room that has haunted his sleep for years. Inside, he confronts an ancient evil that feeds on fear-and on blood. This modern translation sharpens Benson's atmospheric prose for today's reader while preserving every hair-raising ...