Famous Modern Ghost Stories

The book explores humanity's enduring fascination with the paranormal, highlighting the rising population of ghosts and their complex interactions with the living. It reflects on Mr. Boggs' experiences with spectral visitors and questions the authenticity of ghostly claims. Drawing on Schopenhauer's philosophy, it suggests that belief in ghosts is a fundamental aspect of human nature. Additionally, it notes the unique portrayal of dogs as ghosts in literature and presents Richard Le Gallienne's poetry as a gentle rather than frightening take on the supernatural.