Harriet Prescott Spofford | |
| Born |
1835
|
|---|---|
| Died |
1921 (aged 86)
|
| Language | English |
| Genre | Gothic, Supernatural |
| Nationality | American |
| Gender | Female |
Harriet Prescott Spofford was an American writer and poet known for her Gothic and supernatural stories. She was born on April 3, 1835, in Calais, Maine. Spofford’s writing style combines elements of Gothic fiction with supernatural and mysterious themes, often set in New England. She primarily wrote in English.
Short Stories written by Harriet Prescott Spofford
A Rural Telephone 1909 - THE great clock ticked with loud insistence in the immaculate room. Things had to be immaculate where Mrs. Dacre was.… ... Read more
An Angel in the House 1903 - THE old man had not always walked with two canes, as he did now. He had been straight and tall… ... Read more
Louie 1872 - The great river was flowing peacefully down to the sea, opening its blue tides at the silver fretting of the… ... Read more
Miss Mahala and Johnny 1913 - I DO not defend Miss Mahala. I hope it is understood that I do not defend her. But all the… ... Read more
Mother Bear’s Call 1901 - Maria, from an upper window, spied the children coming, tugging the basket along. She called down to Old Uncle and… ... Read more
Our Very Wishes 1907 - It was natural that it should be quiet for Mrs. Cairnes in her empty house. Once there had been such… ... Read more
The Conquering Will 1901 - THERE was no doubt that he was a masterful man. He ruled everyone on shore as he had ruled everyone… ... Read more
The Mad Lady 1916 - CERTAINLY there was a house there, half-way up Great Hill, a mansion of pale cream-colored stone, built with pillared porch… ... Read more
Tom’s Money 1907 - Mrs. Laughton had found what she had been looking for all her lifethe man under her bed. Every night of… ... Read more
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