Classic English ghost story by M.R James. English language level: Intermediate (B1-2)
- The Dream retold by Kieran McGovern (B1-2) intermediate
Professor Parkins has a strange dream about his walk back from the site of the Abbey.
Quick Check: True or False?
- The strong wind rattles the windows of Professor Parkins’ hotel room.
- In the dream a strange figure is following Professor Parkins
- Professor Parkins hides behind a groyne on the beach.
- The runner trips over a stone.
- A candle starts a fire in the room.
- Adapted version (pdf of complete text) * Original Story (complete original text) * Audio (read by Simon Callow)