Burrage (A.M.) Warning Whispers.
£75
Introduction by Jack Adrian
Ashcroft, British Columbia, Ash-Tree Press, 1999.
One of 500 copies. 8vo. Original cloth. Dust-jacket.
Warning Whispers, originally published in 1988, was the first collection of entirely new A.M. Burrage stories since Someone in the Room in 1931. Jack Adrian unearthed the original 17 tales from their magazine publications between 1915 & 1930, here complemented by eight newly discovered stories. With a range that spans gentle comedy to spine-chilling horror, these tales – including ‘The Witch of Oxshott’, ‘The Little Blue Flames’ and ‘Warning Whispers’ – demonstrate Burrage’s mastery of supernatural fiction and solidify his place as one of the century’s most popular ghost story writers.
Founded in 1994 by Christopher & Barbara Roden, Ash-Tree Press specialises in the resurrection of rare and forgotten tales from the Victorian and Edwardian eras, becoming synonymous with quality and authenticity in the world of weird fiction. With a canny dedication to sourcing and restoring out-of-print works, the press has preserved the legacy of esteemed authors such as M.R. James, Sheridan Le Fanu, Marjorie Bowen and Arthur Machen, ensuring that their eerie narratives continue to captivate modern audiences. Ash-Tree Press’s commitment to excellence has earned it a revered status among collectors and enthusiasts alike, solidifying its place as a cornerstone of the genre.
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Bought as new, unread. A fine copy in near fine jacket.
Jacket illustration by Douglas Walters.
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