60 Gothic Classics (eBook)

Enriched edition. Exploring the Haunting Depths of Classic Gothic Literature

Charles Dickens, Oscar Wilde, Robert Louis Stevenson, Edgar Allan Poe, William Hope Hodgson, Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu, Anna Katharine Green, George MacDonald, Bram Stoker, Charlotte Brontë, Emily Brontë, William Godwin, Henry James, Victor Hugo, Théophile Gautier, Arthur Conan Doyle, Jane Austen, John Meade Falkner, George Eliot, Robert Hugh Benson, Horace Walpole, Frederick Marryat, Thomas Love Peacock, Washington Irving, Nathaniel Hawthorne, Gaston Leroux, Grant Allen, Arthur Machen, Wilkie Collins, Thomas Peckett Prest, James Malcolm Rymer, Charles Brockden Brown, James Hogg, Charlotte Perkins Gilman, Richard Marsh, Charles Robert Maturin, John William Polidori, H. G. Wells, W. W. Jacobs, H. P. Lovecraft, William Thomas Beckford, Nikolai Gogol, Mary Shelley, Ann Radcliffe, Matthew Gregory Lewis, Fitz-James O'Brien, Eliza Parsons (Autoren)

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2023
10814 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
859-654779411-0 (EAN)

Infos

The anthology '60 Gothic Classics' offers an expansive exploration into the depths of Gothic literature, capturing the essence of eerie atmospheres and complex narratives that characterize the genre. The collection encompasses a wide array of literary styles, from the haunting stories of psychological terror to the romantic and mysterious tales of suspense. Each work contributes to the rich tapestry of Gothic tradition, inviting readers into shadowy labyrinths of the macabre and the sublime. This collection stands out for its ability to showcase not only timeless tales of fear and wonder but also the diverse voices that have shaped the Gothic movement through history. Edited with care, '60 Gothic Classics' brings together luminaries who span across countries and centuries, offering readers insights into historical, social, and cultural currents that influenced Gothic literature. The authors within this collection, including pioneering figures like Mary Shelley and Edgar Allan Poe, and lesser-known yet influential writers like Ann Radcliffe and Arthur Machen, unite to illustrate the Gothic's enduring appeal. Through these diverse voices, readers can appreciate the evocative power of Gothic literature as it evolved from its inception in the 18th century to a significant influence on modern storytelling. With '60 Gothic Classics,' readers are afforded a unique opportunity to immerse themselves in a multiplicity of dark and brooding perspectives that Gothic literature captures so well. This anthology serves not only as a comprehensive educational resource for understanding Gothic themes but also as a vessel of profound entertainment and reflection. Journey through the chilling and captivating narratives compiled within this volume, and experience the dialogues that these masters of Gothic fiction maintain across the ages, enhancing the literary landscape with their haunting, beautiful, and intellectually stimulating contributions.

In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- An Introduction draws the threads together, discussing why these diverse authors and texts belong in one collection.
- Historical Context explores the cultural and intellectual currents that shaped these works, offering insight into the shared (or contrasting) eras that influenced each writer.
- A combined Synopsis (Selection) briefly outlines the key plots or arguments of the included pieces, helping readers grasp the anthology's overall scope without giving away essential twists.
- A collective Analysis highlights common themes, stylistic variations, and significant crossovers in tone and technique, tying together writers from different backgrounds.
- Reflection questions encourage readers to compare the different voices and perspectives within the collection, fostering a richer understanding of the overarching conversation.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 30.12.2023
• Einführung: Soren Fenworth
• Mitarbeit: Kommentare: Soren Fenworth
• Übersetzer: C. J. Hogarth, Samuel Henley, Isabel F. Hapgood
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Anthologien
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Historische Romane
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Krimi / Thriller / Horror ► Horror
• Schlagworte: 19th century Gothic stories • 19th-Century Literature • Atmospheric Gothic tradition • castle rock • charles dickens works • classic gothic literature • classic horror fiction • Classic Literature • classic novels • Classic Supernatural Stories • Cultural Gothic perspectives • Dark Romanticism • Daughters of the Lake • Dead End Girl • English literature • gothic classics • Gothic literary giants • Gothic literature • Gothic Romance • Gothic storytelling • Halloween • Haunted historical settings • literary classics • literary fiction • Literary gothic collection • macabre stories • mystery and suspense • Psychological thriller classics • Romantic Gothic evolution • Stephen King • supernatural horror anthology • supernatural tales • Swamp Spook • The Exorcist • The Haunting of Ashburn House • The Outsider • Victorian authors • Victorian Gothic • Victorian Gothic narrative • westworld