The Canterville Ghost
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Main Ideas
- The clash between American pragmatism and ancient European traditions
- A parody of the British Gothic novel genre using elements of humor and satire
- Critique of superstitions and aristocratic snobbery
- Contrast between materialism and spiritual values
- Theme of redemption and forgiveness through actions and correcting mistakes
- Reinterpretation of the meanings of family and home
Date of publication: 15 May 2024
Last updated: 14 July 2024
———The Canterville Ghost
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Genre: Classical literature