Pangborn (Georgia Wood) The Wind at Midnight.
£55
Preface by Patricia A. McKillip
Ashcroft, British Columbia, Ash-Tree Press, 1999.
One of 600 copies. 8vo. Original cloth. Dust-jacket.
The Wind at Midnight compiles the significant supernatural works of Georgia Wood Pangborn, one of America’s finest early supernaturalists before her withdrawal from literature in the 1920s. Once compared to Algernon Blackwood, Pangborn’s stories defied clichés with subtlety and psychological terror, often featuring women and children in prominent roles. Jessica Amanda Salmonson curates this collection, highlighting recurring themes of madness, abandonment, and despair while offering insight into Pangborn’s life and the complexities that may explain her family’s reluctance to discuss her legacy.
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 Paul Lowe.
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