"Drolls From Shadowland" by J. H. Pearce is a compilation of imaginative stories from the Victorian era, blending light humor with unsettling themes of yearning and right versus wrong. The book delivers readers into a bizarre world where dreams and nightmares collide, exploring what happens when people get what they wish for and the dark side of wanting more. Through stories of miners turning blood to riches and quests for everlasting serenity in mythical fields, the tales reveal insightful lessons, showcasing characters facing magical and dangerous hurdles in pursuit of joy and knowledge. In this landscape of witches, mysterious beings, and personal ambition, the stories challenge readers to ponder life's big questions and the hidden cravings within themselves.
Drolls From Shadowland
By J. H. (Joseph Henry) Pearce
Venture into bizarre Victorian-era stories where dreams twist into eerie realities, revealing the high cost of ambition and the shadows within our deepest wishes.
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