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The Apple Tree: A Ghost Story for Christmas (Seth's Christmas Ghost Stories) Paperback – November 26, 2019

by Daphne du Maurier (Author), Seth (Illustrator)
4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars 59 ratings
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“[These] miniature books chosen and illustrated by the cartoonist Seth . . . [offer] chills―and charm.” ―New York Times Book Review

We’re thrilled to offer this series of beautifully illustrated, collectible books. Designed and illustrated by the world-renowned cartoonist Seth, they’re trimmed to fit the coziest stocking.

A widower admits it only to himself: Midge’s death is a relief. Yet now that he’s free of her hectoring, he still feels her presence. Does he feel guilty? Or does that weather-beaten tree in the orchard bear an uncanny resemblance to her hunched posture?

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  1. Part of series
    Seth's Christmas Ghost Stories
  2. Print length
    72 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Publisher
    Biblioasis
  5. Publication date
    November 26, 2019
  6. Dimensions
    4 x 0.3 x 5.9 inches
  7. ISBN-10
    1771963174
  8. ISBN-13
    978-1771963176
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Praise for Christmas Ghost Stories

“[This] series of Christmas ghost stories, miniature books chosen and illustrated by the cartoonist Seth … [offers] chills―and charm.” ―John Williams, New York Times Book Review

“I just bought my set of these and they … are … PERFECT. I hope they do these every year.”―Patton Oswalt

“These are beautiful little books … [My family’s] been reading them at home, and we’ve actually put them away so we can re-read them on Christmas Eve.” ―Matt Galloway, CBC’s Metro Morning

“For Seth, this is really a labour of love.” ―Peter Robb, Ottawa Citizen

“The two classic Christmas ghost stories that Seth and Biblioasis fashioned last year were a huge success for us. Nifty packaging, striking design―so Seth.” ―Ben McNally, Ben McNally Books, Toronto, ON

“Seth’s Christmas Ghost Stories series resurrects the legacy of fireside tales at Christmas with these beautifully illustrated editions.”―John Toews, McNally Robinson Booksellers, Winnipeg, MB

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A widower has a secret he’ll admit only to himself: Midge’s death from pneumonia comes as a relief. Yet now that he’s free of her hectoring demeanor, somehow he still feels her presence. Does he feel guilty? Or does that weather-beaten apple tree in the orchard bear an uncanny resemblance to her hunched and beaten posture?

Product details

  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Biblioasis (November 26, 2019)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 72 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1771963174
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1771963176
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 4.7 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 4 x 0.3 x 5.9 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars 59 ratings

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Daphne Du Maurier

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Daphne du Maurier was born in 1906 and educated at home and in Paris. She began writing in 1928, and many of her bestselling novels were set in Cornwall, where she lived for most of her life. She was made a DBE in 1969 and died in 1989.

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Jesster
5.0 out of 5 stars Feels like a Fairy Tale
Reviewed in the United States on October 7, 2023
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Not especially surprising or creepy but still solid. LOVE the Seth book size. Feels like you've got a secret you can stash in your pocket. Enjoyed it. Feels very fairytale like... Once upon a time there was an old apple tree...
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JanineB
5.0 out of 5 stars Peer into the head of a narcissist
Reviewed in the United States on November 16, 2021
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Nothing is festive about this story. It’s main characters are miserable. It does become a very creepy, though subtle, ghost story. I believe it is also an incredibly accurate portrait of the thought processes of a narcissist. A masterpiece!
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David J
5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic books. Great artwofk
Reviewed in the United States on January 7, 2020
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I have purchased all of the ghost stories in this series. Fantastic little books with great illustrations
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C
4.0 out of 5 stars Interesting Premise and Strong Writing
Reviewed in the United States on June 20, 2022
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I just finished reading "The Birds" a few days ago and thoroughly enjoyed it. So, I decided to try more of Daphne du Maurier's works. I thought the premise to this story was interesting, but I remember thinking, "How is she going to get an entire story out of this seemingly straightforward concept?" I was a bit skeptical, but she does a masterful job of weaving in flashbacks to give the reader insight into the pitiful life of both the wife and husband. She carefully builds suspense until the final and inevitable conclusion. The story is not overtly supernatural; it just gives slight hints that there might be more going on than the surface reveals. If you are a fan of her other stories, I imagine that you would enjoy this work as well. However, I did find the price point to be a little high for one thin story that is easily consumed in a sitting. Nevertheless, it was an enjoyable read with an interesting focus on the psychological and physical effects of guilt.
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Andrew Portlock
5.0 out of 5 stars ... costing over $200 thank you so much for the great price my gf has been looking for a copy ...
Reviewed in the United States on November 20, 2014
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a rare book often costing over $200 thank you so much for the great price my gf has been looking for a copy of this forever and couldnt find an affordable one due to its rarity, now shes got one of the best birthday gifts i could ever give
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Kathryn G. Owen
4.0 out of 5 stars Du Maurier is Amazing
Reviewed in the United States on August 20, 2021
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A widower finds that an old, ugly apple tree in his garden reminds him of his deceased wife. Du Maurier is in excellent form here, as the tale of an unhappy marriage slowly unravels. Our main character is not terribly sympathetic. He neglected his wife and is dismissive of the house servants. The idea of a tree possibly possessed by the vengeful dead is unique, and Dame Du Maurier tells her story with both class and originality.
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Ron
4.0 out of 5 stars Could be a nice stocking stuffer
Reviewed in the United States on October 30, 2021
Even though you sort of know where it's going, Du Maurier's tale is compelling and sort of sad. I was not impressed with Seth's minimalist drawings. (Note: in the Biblioasis printing the story is actually 114 small pages.)
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lINBISHTY
4.0 out of 5 stars unknown story by this author
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 28, 2021
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So far, I had not known that Daphne du Maurier had written this ghost story. It is so cleverly written around the apple tree and I believe would make a good T.V. production.
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Sarah
2.0 out of 5 stars Disappointing
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 14, 2022
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I loved Rebecca and Jamaica Inn, but this book was disappointing, I read the last sentence and i thought that was a waste of time.
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