The Pumpkins Have Eyes - Haloween Collection (eBook)

Wilhelm Hauff, Charles Dickens, Mark Twain, Harriet Beecher Stowe, Edgar Allan Poe, William Hope Hodgson, John Buchan, George MacDonald, Bram Stoker, Anatole France, Jack London, Henry James, Théophile Gautier, Arthur Conan Doyle, Richard Le Gallienne, Ralph Adams Cram, Guy de Maupassant, Thomas Hardy, William Archer, Daniel Defoe, Brander Matthews, Lafcadio Hearn, Ambrose Bierce, Ellis Parker Butler, Washington Irving, Nathaniel Hawthorne, Grant Allen, Arthur Machen, Wilkie Collins, Thomas Peckett Prest, James Malcolm Rymer, Fergus Hume, Walter Hubbell, Leopold Kompert, Florence Marryat, John William Polidori, Vincent O'Sullivan, W. W. Jacobs, M. P. Shiel, M. R. James, H. P. Lovecraft, Francis Marion Crawford, Mary Shelley, Margaret Oliphant, Frank R. Stockton, A. T. Quiller-Couch, Leonard Kip, Katherine Rickford, Bithia Mary Croker, Catherine L. Pirkis, Pedro De Alarçon, Pliny The Younger, Helena Blavatsky, Villiers L'Isle de Adam, William F. Harvey, Fiona Macleod, William T. Stead, Gambier Bolton, Andrew Jackson Davis, Nizida, Walter F. Prince, Chester Bailey Fernando (Autoren)

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2022
6500 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654738928-6 (EAN)

Infos

The Pumpkins Have Eyes - Halloween Collection is a mesmerizing anthology that captures the fascination, fear, and fantasy surrounding Halloween, through a tapestry of extraordinary stories, each distinct in style and substance. This collection brings together gothic horror, supernatural entities, and eerie narratives, all wrapped in the spectral glow of this annual celebration. From atmospheric tales of haunted locales to imaginative encounters with the macabre, the anthology paints a rich tapestry of Halloween's allure. Standout pieces, characterized by gripping suspense and vivid imagery, craft narratives that linger long after the final page. This anthology showcases the talents of literary luminaries such as Wilhelm Hauff, Charles Dickens, Mark Twain, and many more renowned authors from diverse backgrounds, each infusing their unique cultural and historical contexts into the theme of Halloween. From gothic forebears like Mary Shelley to the psychological intricacies of Edgar Allan Poe, these contributors evoke a wide array of literary movements, offering readers an enriched tapestry of stylistic and thematic exploration. This collection underscores the interconnectedness of these tales with the broader Gothic and Romantic traditions, illustrating how these timeless stories continue to shape and reflect our cultural fascination with the unknown. This collection is a must-read for anyone eager to explore a spectrum of haunting narratives that evoke fear and wonder in equal measures. The Pumpkins Have Eyes invites readers into a world where storytelling becomes a conduit for exploration into the darker recesses of imagination. This collection is not only an exciting Halloween companion but also a scholarly resource on the evolution of horror and supernatural literature—perfect for those seeking to deepen their understanding or appreciation of the genre. Delve into this anthology for its breadth of insights and the enriching dialogue it orchestrates among its myriad contributors.

Autor

Wilhelm Hauff (1802-1827) was a German poet and novelist known for his vivid storytelling and romanticized depiction of folklore. His literary career, although tragically brief due to his untimely death at the age of twenty-five, produced a plethora of novellas, fairy tales, and poems that continued to enchant readers long after his passing. Hauff's narratives often intertwined elements of the fantastical with insightful critiques on the societal issues of his time, a style that can be observed in his works compiled in 'The Pumpkins Have Eyes - Halloween Collection'. This compilation showcases Hauff's skill in conjuring eerie atmospheres and supernatural themes, suitable for the haunting vibes of Halloween. Regrettably, this specific title does not correspond to any known original work by Hauff, suggesting it may be a posthumous collection or an adaptation of his tales for themed anthologies. Nevertheless, Hauff is best remembered for his genuine contributions to the literary world, such as 'Märchenalmanach auf das Jahr 1826' (Fairy Tale Almanac for the Year 1826), which features some of his most beloved fairy tales like 'The Story of Little Muck' and 'The Cold Heart'. His literary style, characterized by a blend of Romantic idealism and elements of the Swabian school, engages readers in a world where the ordinary meets the extraordinary, often veiling moral and philosophical reflections within layers of narrative. Hauff's works continue to be valued for their imaginative power and their reflection of the early 19th-century German Romantic movement.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 13.11.2022
• Übersetzer: Julian Hawthorne, William Melmoth
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Anthologien
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Krimi / Thriller / Horror ► Horror
• Schlagworte: 18th century terror tales • 19th Century Horror • 19th century horror stories • 19th century macabre fiction • Anthology of ghost stories • castle rock • classic Halloween tales • classic horror novellas • classic literature horror • cosmic horror collection • cultural terror storytelling • Daughters of the Lake • Dead End Girl • Eerie psychological depth • German folklore in literature • Gothic fiction classics • gothic horror anthology • Halloween • haunted Halloween anthology • historical horror classics • literary horror evolution • macabre literary collection • phantasmagoric tales • psychological depth horror • psychological suspense stories • romanticism in horror • spooky pumpkin stories • Stephen King • Supernatural fiction collection • supernatural ghost tales • supernatural short stories • Swamp Spook • swan song • The Exorcist • The Haunting of Hill House • The Outsider • transcendentalism influences literature • unsettling supernatural narratives • Wilhelm Hauff literature