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Peter Rugg, the Missing Man
Hardcover
HumorMystery & ThrillerClassic Fiction
ISBN13: 9781023674867
Publisher: Hutson Street Press
Published: May 22 2025
Pages: 114
Weight: 0.75
Height: 0.31 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Peter Rugg, the Missing Man is a classic American short story by William Austin, originally published in 1824. This enduring tale follows the perplexing case of Peter Rugg, a man doomed to perpetually wander the roads of New England in his horse-drawn carriage, forever separated from his home and family. The story is framed as a series of encounters with various narrators who claim to have crossed paths with Rugg over the years, each adding a piece to the puzzle of his mysterious plight.
Austin masterfully weaves elements of mystery, folklore, and the supernatural to create a haunting narrative that explores themes of guilt, restlessness, and the consequences of unchecked anger. Peter Rugg, the Missing Man remains a compelling read, offering a glimpse into early 19th-century American life and the enduring power of a well-told ghost story.
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