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Carnacki, The Ghost Finder by William Hope Hodgson is a collection of supernatural mystery stories featuring the intrepid and rational detective, Thomas Carnacki, who specializes in investigating paranormal phenomena. In the stories, Carnacki is called upon by clients to solve cases involving ghosts, spirits, and mysterious happenings that defy logical explanation. Each story is framed as a recounting of Carnacki’s investigations, where he uses his keen intellect, scientific tools, and unique methods to uncover the true causes of the hauntings, whether they be natural or supernatural. While the stories are steeped in the eerie and unsettling atmosphere of the paranormal, Carnacki’s approach is always one of skepticism and practicality.The collection offers a blend of suspense, horror, and detective work, with Hodgson's vivid descriptions of haunted locations and his gradual building of tension making for compelling reading. Carnacki, The Ghost Finder is an early example of the ghost detective genre, a precursor to the modern paranormal investigation stories that continue to captivate audiences today. With a mix of rationality and eerie happenings, the stories highlight the battle between reason and the supernatural, with Carnacki as a fascinating, determined figure who brings logic to the realm of the unknown.