The Canterville Ghost

When an American family moves into an old English mansion, they are warned that it is haunted. But the Otises are practical people, and they refuse to be scared. The ghost, a proud and ancient spirit, soon finds himself the victim of their modern tricks and indifference. What follows is a comic battle of wits between Old World tradition and New World confidence.

The Canterville Ghost is Oscar Wilde's witty and warm-hearted tale of a haunting that goes wrong. It pokes fun at ghost stories while also offering a surprisingly tender look at redemption and forgiveness. Readers who enjoy humor, satire, and a touch of the supernatural will delight in this short classic.

This edition contains the complete text of The Canterville Ghost, along with a new introduction, a character guide, a summary, themes, a glossary of period terms, and discussion questions. It is designed for readers, students, and book clubs who want to explore Wilde's story in depth.