"The Ghost of Canterville Castle" is a humorous novel by the English writer Oscar Wilde, which tells the story of an aristocratic ghost who descends from the hills of his castle to the town of Canterville. Arriving settlers from America understand that, unlike all previous inhabitants, they are not afraid of even the most terrible phenomenon. Fascinated by American calmness and informal skepticism, the ghost begins to teach them restraint and a sense of humor. This book combines elements of mysticism, humor and philosophy, revealing deep meaning through Oscar Wilde's light and witty writing style.