Bell In The Fog, And Other Stories eBook

''The Bell in the Fog, and Other Stories'' is a supernatural short story collection from famous American author Gertrude Atherton. The collection focusses on the dark side of human nature and the corrupting influence of wealth, and is heavily influenced by Atherton''s fascination and admiration for renowned author Henry James'' horror stories. ''The Bell in the Fog'' bears some resemblance to James'' most famous tale ''The Turn of the Screw'' and is dedicated to the author. Other stories in the collection include ''The Dead and the Countess'' about restless cemetery inhabitants, and ''The Tragedy of a Snob'' in which a middle-class man foolishly believes that money alone will grant him access to New York''s elite social circles. A haunting collection of chilling tales for fans of the supernatural.