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"The Phantom 'Rickshaw and Other Ghost Stories" by Rudyard Kipling is a collection of tales that delve into the supernatural, exploring themes of guilt, love, and the psychological torment of the human mind. The titular story, "The Phantom 'Rickshaw," follows the protagonist, Jack Pansay, who is haunted by the ghost of Mrs. Agnes Keith-Wessington, a woman with whom he had a tumultuous affair. Despite her death, Pansay is tormented by her spectral presence, which manifests in the form of a phantom rickshaw. As Pansay's mental state deteriorates, he struggles to convince others of his haunting, leading to his social and psychological downfall. The narrative explores the consequences of emotional neglect and the inescapable nature of guilt. The collection also includes other ghost stories, each with its own transformation exploration of the supernatural and its impact on the human psyche. Kipling's stories are set against the backdrop of colonial India, providing a rich cultural context that enhances the eerie atmosphere. Through vivid descriptions and psychological depth, Kipling crafts tales that are as much about the inner workings of the mind as they are about the supernatural occurrences that plague his characters.
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À propos de l?auteur
Rudyard Kipling, né à Bombay, en Inde britannique, le 30 décembre 1865 et mort à Londres, le 18 janvier 1936, est un écrivain britannique.
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Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. This item is printed on demand - Print on Demand Titel. Neuware -'The Phantom 'Rickshaw and Other Ghost Stories' by Rudyard Kipling is a collection of tales that delve into the supernatural, exploring themes of guilt, love, and the psychological torment of the human mind. The titular story, 'The Phantom 'Rickshaw,' follows the protagonist, Jack Pansay, who is haunted by the ghost of Mrs. Agnes Keith-Wessington, a woman with whom he had a tumultuous affair. Despite her death, Pansay is tormented by her spectral presence, which manifests in the form of a phantom rickshaw. As Pansay's mental state deteriorates, he struggles to convince others of his haunting, leading to his social and psychological downfall. The narrative explores the consequences of emotional neglect and the inescapable nature of guilt. The collection also includes other ghost stories, each with its own transformation exploration of the supernatural and its impact on the human psyche. Kipling's stories are set against the backdrop of colonial India, providing a rich cultural context that enhances the eerie atmosphere. Through vivid descriptions and psychological depth, Kipling crafts tales that are as much about the inner workings of the mind as they are about the supernatural occurrences that plague his characters.Books on Demand GmbH, Überseering 33, 22297 Hamburg 92 pp. Englisch. N° de réf. du vendeur 9791041824786
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