Name: The Canterville Ghost (en Inglés)
SKU: 63680746
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Author: Oscar Wilde

portada The Canterville Ghost (en Inglés)

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Libro Físico

Editorial

Double 9 Books

Autor

Oscar Wilde

Idioma

Inglés

N° páginas

Encuadernación

Tapa Blanda

ISBN13

9789364280549

The Canterville Ghost (en Inglés)

Oscar Wilde (Autor) · Double 9 Books · Tapa Blanda

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Reseña del libro "The Canterville Ghost (en Inglés)"

"The Canterville Ghost" is a comedic short story written by Oscar Wilde, first published in 1887. Unlike Wilde's better-known plays and novels, such as "The Picture of Dorian Gray" and "The Importance of Being Earnest," this story is a humorous take on the traditional ghost story genre, blending satire with supernatural elements. The story begins when an American family, the Otises, purchases Canterville Chase, an English manor house that comes with a reputation for being haunted by the ghost of Sir Simon Canterville. The Otis family, however, is not deterred by the ghostly presence and even scoffs at the idea of ghosts. Sir Simon Canterville, the ghost, initially tries to scare the family using traditional haunting methods, but he is met with practical jokes and modern inventions by the Otis family, who remain unimpressed. Despite his efforts, Sir Simon finds himself increasingly frustrated and humiliated by the Otises' nonchalant attitude towards him. As the story progresses, Sir Simon's interactions with Virginia Otis, the daughter of the family, lead to a deeper exploration of themes such as redemption and forgiveness. Virginia's kindness and compassion towards Sir Simon eventually help him find peace, allowing him to move on from his haunting existence. Oscar Wilde's writing in "The Canterville Ghost" is characterized by its witty dialogue, clever wordplay, and sharp observations of human behavior. The story blends supernatural elements with comedic satire, creating a unique and entertaining narrative that challenges conventional ghost story conventions.