The Haunted Hotel: A Mystery of Modern Venice (eBook)

Wilkie Collins (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2022
154 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654725235-1 (EAN)

Infos

In "The Haunted Hotel: A Mystery of Modern Venice," Wilkie Collins masterfully weaves a complex narrative that intertwines elements of mystery, melodrama, and the supernatural. Set against the evocative backdrop of Venice, the novel presents a layered exploration of identity, obsession, and betrayal. Collins employs a frank, conversational style that enhances the psychological depth of his characters, while also engaging with gothic tropes that were prominent in 19th-century literature. This rich text not only offers thrilling suspense but also comments on contemporary societal anxieties regarding love and deception. Wilkie Collins, often hailed as a pioneer of the mystery genre, was deeply influenced by his life experiences and the Victorian context of his time. His background in law and his relationships with key literary figures, including Charles Dickens, informed his narrative techniques and thematic concerns. "The Haunted Hotel" reflects his fascination with the uncanny and the darker sides of human nature, issues that were significant in Victorian society, especially in relation to gender and morality. Readers seeking a gripping tale filled with atmospheric tension and intricate plot twists will find "The Haunted Hotel" an absorbing read. Collins' ability to blend the gothic with the psychological makes this novel a pivotal work that remains relevant in its exploration of the human psyche. It is a testament to his prowess as a storyteller and deserves a place on the shelves of those who appreciate classic literature infused with mystery.

Autor

Wilkie Collins (1824-1889) was a seminal English novelist, playwright, and short story writer who has been hailed as a master of the mystery and suspense genres. Regarded as one of the pioneers of the detective novel, he gained widespread acclaim with his trailblazing works such as 'The Woman in White' and 'The Moonstone', which is often considered to be the first modern English detective novel. Born into a family of artists, Collins developed a storytelling prowess that deftly combined elements of gothic horror, legal drama, and psychological realism. His narratives frequently explored themes of identity, social justice, and the blurred lines between respectability and criminality, contributing to the evolution of the sensation novel in the Victorian era. Collins was also a close friend and collaborator of Charles Dickens, with whom he shared literary ideologies. 'The Haunted Hotel: A Mystery of Modern Venice' is another example of his work that exemplifies his characteristic blend of supernatural elements with a rational, investigative approach, offering readers an intriguing and atmospheric experience. Collins' literary style often involved the use of multiple narrators, complex plots, and reflections on the mores of Victorian society, which has kept his work enduringly popular and influential in the field of crime fiction.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 4.9.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Historische Romane
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Krimi / Thriller / Horror ► Krimi / Thriller
• Schlagworte: 19th century literature • Atmospheric Storytelling • classic ghost story • Dark human nature • Detective and mystery stories • Eerie Atmosphere • English detective literature • English literature • english novelist • Enigmatic Characters • european setting • Fiction • Gothic Mystery • Gothic mystery novel • gothic suspense • haunted hotel • Haunted hotel story • historical mystery fiction • Hotels • Intricate plot twists • Italy • mystery genre • psychological thriller book • Supernatural Fiction • Supernatural Suspense • supernatural thriller • Venetian backdrop • Venetian mystery • Venetian suspense • Venice • Victorian era mystery • Victorian Literature • Victorian psychological thriller • Wilkie Collins classic • Wilkie Collins influence