Canon Alberic's Scrap-Book

My first reading of “Canon Alberic’s Scrapbook” will always hold a special place in my heart, because it was the first time I was conscious of experiencing an “M.R. James’ story,” the first time I let myself be scared by James in a sophisticated fashion, surrendering myself to the fright but also ap......more

3.5 stars......more

This is a horror story, but it ain't pulp fiction. This is a horror story written by a true artist. Have you ever wondered what would happen if an erudite Englishman wrote scary fiction? Something like this would come out.......more

A good short story.......more

Four quintessential MR James Ghost Stories. Nimble paced tales that build on slowly. Some charming iconography and grotesque finales, coming along the ride. 'Canon Alberic's Scrap-book' stand out for its demonic outreach. The story is well plotted and reaches a somewhat predictable crescendo. Althoug......more