In M.R. James’ “The Ash-Tree,” an arborist witch curses Sir Matthew and his progeny after a questionable death. Spider caves, empty tombs, sentient topiaries and sudden deaths loom with James’ trademark brilliance.
THE STORY: “The Ash-Tree”

In M.R. James’ “The Ash-Tree,” an arborist witch curses Sir Matthew and his progeny after a questionable death. Spider caves, empty tombs, sentient topiaries and sudden deaths loom with James’ trademark brilliance.
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