Macmillan Literature CollectionsThese advanced-level Readers contain a variety of original, unsimplified short stories written by famous classic and modern writers. They are perfect for those students who are ready to make the transition from graded readers to unabridged English literature texts.Each collection provides substantial language support including vocabulary, comprehension questions and language-study exercises. There is also a literary analysis section to help students examine themes, characterisation and plot-thus increasing their understanding and appreciation of each story.Horror StoriesThis collection of five stories explores a variety of different literary approaches to the genre of horror. From a violent spirit brought to life by an old whistle, to a terriying monster who lives deep under the ground, these stories will terrify and entertain fans of horror everywhere.Sir Arthur Conan Doyle (The Terror of Blue John Gap)M R James (Oh, Whistle and l'll Come to You, My LadW W Jacobs (The Monkey's Paw)Fritz Leiber (Smoke Ghost)Jane Gardam (A Spot of Gothic)