The Canterville Ghost by Oscar Wilde

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By Donald Scott Posted on Dec 22, 2025
In Category - Comedy Writing
Wilde, Oscar, 1854-1900 Wilde, Oscar, 1854-1900
English
"The Canterville Ghost" by Oscar Wilde is a short story written in the late 19th century, specifically during the Victorian era. This whimsical tale blends elements of humor and the supernatural, revolving around the antics of a ghost who has haunted Canterville Chase for centuries. When an American family led by Mr. Hiram B. Otis moves in, they tr...
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that challenge traditional ghostly lore. The storyline follows the Otis family, who, despite being warned about the ghost, purchase the haunted Canterville Chase. Sir Simon, the ghost, attempts to instill fear in the new occupants but is consistently met with their modern American attitudes, including offers of practical solutions to his ghostly problems. As he faces ridicule and frustration, the ghost finds an unexpected friend in the youngest daughter, Virginia, who ultimately helps him find peace through compassion. The narrative combines humor with a deeper exploration of themes such as redemption, the nature of fear, and the innocence of a child. The story concludes with Virginia understanding love and the afterlife, signifying a bridge between the supernatural and the human experience. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Jessica Johnson
2 months ago

Simply put, it manages to explain difficult concepts in plain English. I'm sending the link to all my friends.

Melissa White
1 day ago

As someone who reads a lot, the formatting of this PDF is flawless and easy to read on any device. Thanks for making this available.

Sarah Nelson
5 months ago

Honestly, the translation seems very fluid and captures the original nuance perfectly. Simply brilliant.

Betty Robinson
4 months ago

I didn't expect much, but the formatting of this PDF is flawless and easy to read on any device. A solid resource I will return to often.

Christopher Lewis
1 month ago

To be perfectly clear, the author's voice is distinct, making the complex topics easy to digest. It is definitely a 5-star read from me.

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