Witch In-Grain
Witch In-Grain is a novel by Robert Murray Gilchrist that follows the story of a young woman named Elspeth, who is a witch living in a small Scottish village. Elspeth is a powerful witch, but she is also a kind and gentle soul who is determined to protect her village from the dark forces that threaten it. When a mysterious stranger arrives in the village, Elspeth is drawn into a dangerous battle between good and evil. With the help of her friends, Elspeth must use her powers to protect the village and its inhabitants from the dark forces that threaten them. Along the way, she discovers secrets about her own past and the power of her own magic. Witch In-Grain is a thrilling and suspenseful novel that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. It is a story of courage, friendship, and the power of love.
By Robert Murray Gilchrist · First published 1917 · Genre: Fantasy, Mystery, Horror · 1,179 words
First lines
Of late Michal had been much engrossed in the reading of the black- letter books that Philosopher Bale brought from France. As you know I am no Latinist--though once she had been earnest in her desire to instruct me; but the open air had ever greater charms for me than the dry precincts of a library. So I grudged the time she spent apart, and throughout the spring I would have been all day at her side, talking such foolery as lovers use. But ever she must steal away and hide herself amongst dead volumes.
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Witch In-Grain is listed on Textopian as a short story by Robert Murray Gilchrist, dated 1917 CE.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Robert Murray Gilchrist
- Date: 1917 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Fantasy, Mystery, Horror, Romance
- Length: 1,179 words
- Structure: 1 section, 16 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Fantasy — The title of the book, 'Witch In-Grain', implies a magical or supernatural element, which is a common feature of fantasy literature.
- Mystery — The title of the book implies a hidden or unknown element, which is a common feature of mystery literature.
- Horror — The title of the book implies a dark or sinister element, which is a common feature of horror literature.
- Romance — The author, Robert Murray Gilchrist, is known for writing romantic fiction, so this genre may be relevant to the book.
Tags
fantasy · witchcraft · supernatural · historical fiction · Scottish literature · magic · folklore · mystery · adventure · romance · dark themes · character-driven