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12 Creepy Tales vs Abaft The Funnel

Which should you read? A side-by-side comparison of 12 Creepy Tales by Edgar Allan Poe and Abaft The Funnel by Rudyard Kipling.

At a glance

12 Creepy Tales Abaft The Funnel
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Author Edgar Allan Poe Rudyard Kipling
Category Horror & Supernatural Short Stories
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Choose 12 Creepy Tales if…

  • You're interested in horror & supernatural.
  • You want the higher-rated book (/5).

Choose Abaft The Funnel if…

  • You're interested in short stories.

Key takeaways — 12 Creepy Tales

  • Experience the unsettling atmosphere of The Black Cat and The Masque of the Red Death.
  • Delve into the psychological depths of madness with The Tell-Tale Heart.
  • Enjoy this FREE audiobook narrated by passionate volunteers, available online.
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Key takeaways — Abaft The Funnel

  • Abaft The Funnel features thirty-one captivating short stories by Rudyard Kipling.
  • The collection explores themes of camaraderie and adventure set against the vibrant backdrop of the sea.
  • This FREE audiobook is narrated by volunteers, making Kipling's work accessible to all listeners.
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The verdict

If you want the higher-rated, shorter read, start with 12 Creepy Tales. If you specifically need short stories, Abaft The Funnel is the better fit. Both summaries are free — no signup required.

❓ FAQ

Is 12 Creepy Tales or Abaft The Funnel better? +

12 Creepy Tales has the higher reader rating (null/5 vs null/5), but "better" depends on your goal. 12 Creepy Tales focuses on horror & supernatural, while Abaft The Funnel focuses on short stories. See the verdict below.

Which is shorter, 12 Creepy Tales or Abaft The Funnel? +

Page counts are not available for both books, but both can be summarised from the key takeaways on this page in under 10 minutes.

Should I read 12 Creepy Tales or Abaft The Funnel first? +

If you want the quicker, higher-rated read, start with 12 Creepy Tales. Otherwise read whichever matches your current goal — both summaries are free on BookAudio.