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The Necromancers: A Chilling Tale of Spiritualism and Occult Horror
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Series: Library of Alexandria, Book 300
General ReferenceFiction Anthologies
ISBN13: 9781806290765
Publisher: Library of Alexandria
Published: Jun 25 2025
Pages: 292
Weight: 0.78
Height: 0.73 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Necromancers (1911) shocked readers with its blend of Gothic suspense and theological depth. This streamlined modern edition preserves Benson's dread-soaked atmosphere while clarifying Edwardian language for today's audience.
What You'll Explore Inside:
- A Prophetic Occult Thriller - Written by a priest who studied real séances, the novel exposes the hidden dangers of spiritualism still practiced today.
- Psychological & Supernatural Tension - Is Laurie's torment madness, possession, or both? The uncertainty fuels white-knuckle suspense.
- Faith under Fire - A powerful clash between Catholic exorcism and seductive New-Age ritual, perfect for readers who loved The Exorcist or The Conjuring.
- Atmospheric English Settings - Misty college quads, gas-lit parlors, and a lonely country manor where shadows move on their own.
- Reader's Companion - Historical notes on Edwardian occultism, character list, and discussion questions for book clubs and classrooms.
Unearth the classic that C.S. Lewis called a formidable ghost story and discover why tampering with the dead is never as innocent as it seems.
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