Book details
The Oxford Book of Scary Tales
Description
The Oxford Book of Scary Tales is a spine-tingling collection of strange and spooky stories. There are ghosts and ghouls of course, but there are also other eerie stories, about the nature of fear itself. An excellent range of authors includes Geraldine McCaughrean, Susan Price, Ian Serraillier, Ruskin Bond and Dennis Hamley.
Age
9-12
Text complexity
beginner
Length
160 pages
Book in series
#1
Why to read
- Diverse Collection: The book offers a wide range of scary tales from different cultures and time periods, providing a rich and varied reading experience that showcases the universal appeal of the horror genre.
- Literary Quality: Curated by Dennis Pepper, the stories in 'The Oxford Book of Scary Tales' are selected for their high literary quality, ensuring that readers are not only frightened but also engaged by the storytelling craft.
- Psychological Thrills: The tales in the collection are designed to tap into the reader's deepest fears and anxieties, providing a thrilling psychological journey through the darker aspects of the human psyche.
- Classic and Contemporary Mix: The anthology includes both classic stories from renowned authors and contemporary tales that offer fresh perspectives on the horror genre, making it a must-read for both aficionados and newcomers to scary literature.