The story revolves around a mysterious manuscript that contains the details of a doctor's life and death. The protagonist discovers the manuscript while on vacation and becomes obsessed with uncovering the truth about the doctor's demise. As he delves deeper into the manuscript, he uncovers a dark history of deceit, betrayal, and murder that ultimately leads to his own downfall.
By M.R. James · First published 1934 · Genre: Supernatural Fiction, Mystery, Historical Fiction