Why people recommend it
Ghosts is a chilling collection of supernatural tales by Edith Wharton published by the New York Review of Books press. On The Book Review podcast during the episode What Big Books Have Yet to Come Out in 2023?, released on July 18, 2024, host Gilbert Cruz shared that he had just finished reading the book over the weekend. Cruz recommended the collection as a seasonal selection, noting its appropriateness for reading during the month of October. He highlighted the literary quality of Wharton's ghost stories, drawing attention to the edition published by the New York Review of Books. His mention of the book offered listeners a classic literary option for atmospheric horror and eerie storytelling. Cruz discussed his recent engagement with the text, emphasizing how well the collection fits into autumnal reading routines. The conversation underscored Wharton's versatility as an author who excelled not only in social realism and critique of the upper classes but also in the craft of supernatural fiction. By bringing up the volume during the preview episode, Cruz directed audience attention toward a master of American literature exploring eerie, uncanny themes, making it an appealing recommendation for fans of sophisticated ghost stories and classic literary chills.
Who recommended it
- Gilbert Cruz Recommended
Gilbert Cruz — 1 mention
“one thing I'm reading now I actually finished it this weekend is ghosts by Edith Wharton and it's collection published by New York Review of Books press of ghost stories”