Vintage Ghosts Short Stories Book: 1927 Art Deco Edition

A classic anthology from the early 20th century — The World’s One Hundred Best Short Stories: Volume Nine – Ghosts — published by Funk & Wagnalls Company and edited by Grant Overton. This handsome dark navy edition features embossed Art Deco borders and spine detailing with subtle green accents.

The “Ghosts” volume gathers an intriguing mix of supernatural short fiction by celebrated authors of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Its minimalist binding and fine typography make it a timeless addition to any collector’s bookshelf or moody autumn display.

Details:
📚 The World’s One Hundred Best Short Stories: Ghosts
🖋️ Edited by Grant Overton
🏛️ Published by Funk & Wagnalls Company, New York & London
🗓️ Circa 1927
📏 Approx. 6”x4”
📖 Dark navy cloth with embossed border and spine design
💫 No dust jacket (as issued in most trade copies)

Condition:
Excellent vintage condition for its age. The cover shows very light edge wear with a clean spine and crisp gilt detail. Interior pages are clean, tight, and unmarked with natural age toning.

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✨ Why I Chose This Piece
This “Ghosts” volume captures everything I love about early 20th-century book design — clean lines, moody dark cloth, and literary sophistication. It’s both stylish and collectible — perfect for readers who love a touch of the supernatural or decorators curating an antique Halloween vignette.

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