The ghost

Arnold Bennett

1907

"The Ghost" by Arnold Bennett follows the story of Carl Foster, a young architect who visits the English town of Bursley. While there, he becomes entangled in a mysterious and supernatural series of events linked to the talented and troubled opera singer Rosetta Rosa. The novel delves into themes of obsession, love, and the supernatural, as Carl navigates intrigue and danger, uncovering secrets that challenge his perception of reality. As he attempts to protect Rosetta, he grapples with the eerie presence of a ghostly figure connected to her dark past.