Man-Size in Marble

A quiet country home, two mysterious marble figures, and an unsettling local legend—what begins as an ordinary visit soon becomes a terrifying encounter with the supernatural.



In Man-Size in Marble, Edith Nesbit tells the story of a newly married couple who settle into a country house near an old church. Their peaceful life is disturbed by a strange local tradition involving two life-sized marble effigies. As the couple learns more about the legend surrounding the statues, an atmosphere of fear and uncertainty begins to take hold.



Blending Gothic horror, folklore, suspense, and psychological unease, this memorable short story explores the disturbing possibility that ancient legends may hold more truth than people expect.



Experience Edith Nesbit's chilling tale of supernatural mystery. Get your copy today if you enjoy classic Gothic horror!