Man-Size in Marble

<h4>What if the statues in a church weren't carved to honor the dead-but to imprison them?</h4><p></p><p>In <em>Man-Size in Marble</em> Edith Nesbit delivers a haunting blend of folklore and psychological horror. A young artist and his wife seeking peace and inspiration settle into a charming country home with a dark secret. Locals speak of a cursed church and two effigies-marble knights who are said to rise once a year to walk again. The couple laughs it off-until strange events unfold and the impossible becomes undeniable.</p><p></p><p>As the story spirals toward its chilling climax Nesbit's restrained elegant prose draws the reader into an atmosphere thick with dread. This modern translation preserves the spine-tingling rhythm of the original while making it accessible and immersive for a new generation of readers.</p><p></p><p>What You'll Discover in This Modern Translation:</p><p></p><ul><li>A Bone-Chilling Gothic Horror - Where folklore comes terrifyingly to life</li><li>A Cursed Church and a Sinister Legend - Ancient knights who do not rest in peace</li><li>A Lyrical Yet Accessible Adaptation - Maintaining Nesbit's grace and subtlety in every line</li><li>A Tragic Tale of Disbelief and Consequence - A love story tested by supernatural doom</li></ul><p></p><p>Perfect for fans of <em>The Monkey's Paw</em> <em>The Mezzotint</em> and other literary ghost stories this classic tale is a must-have for any horror collection.</p>