The House of the Sorcerer: Being an Account of Certain Things That Chanced Therein (1899)

The House of the Sorcerer is a novel written by Haldane Macfall and first published in 1899. The story follows the adventures of a young man named John Bellamy, who inherits a mysterious old house from his uncle. The house is said to be haunted by the ghost of a sorcerer who was executed for practicing black magic.As John settles into his new home, he discovers strange and unsettling things happening around him. He hears strange noises in the night, sees ghostly apparitions, and finds hidden rooms and secret passages in the house. He also meets a beautiful young woman named Lillian, who seems to be connected to the sorcerer's curse.As John delves deeper into the history of the house and its former inhabitants, he uncovers a dark and sinister plot that threatens his own life and the lives of those he loves. With the help of Lillian and a few brave friends, John must confront the sorcerer's ghost and put an end to the curse once and for all.The House of the Sorcerer is a classic Gothic horror novel, full of suspense, mystery, and supernatural elements. It is a thrilling and atmospheric tale that will keep readers on the edge of their seats until the very end.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.