Which of Machen's works has been read as fact?
"The Haunted Mind"
"The Great God Pan"
"The Hill of Dreams"
"The Bowmen"
Answer
"The Bowmen", a short story by Arthur Machen, has been famously mistaken as a factual account of events due to its realistic portrayal and the author's use of authentic-sounding details. Published in 1894, the story chronicles the sighting of ghostly archers on a hillside in Wales and blends folklore, supernatural elements, and historical context, blurring the line between fiction and reality for many readers.
Mysteries and Myths: The Arthur Machen Quiz
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