01 - Gerrard Street Mystery and Other Weird Tales by John Charles Dent

03/09/2025 7 min
01 - Gerrard Street Mystery and Other Weird Tales by John Charles Dent

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Discover the captivating tales of John Charles Dent, a Canadian author and historian born in Kendal, Westmorland, England, in 1841. After his family emigrated to Canada, Dents journey led him through various pursuits including law, journalism, and ultimately, a passion for writing. Known for his remarkable contributions to periodicals, Dents short fiction‚published posthumously‚captures the mystical and eerie essence of Upper Canadas landscapes and beyond, including the intriguing Gagtooths Image set in Illinois. Join us as we delve into these spellbinding stories that are sure to enchant and haunt.

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