The Greatest Works of Sheridan Le Fanu (65+ Novels & Short Stories in One Edition) (eBook)

Wylder's Hand, Willing to Die, Haunted Lives, Ghost Stories of Chapelizod, The Murdered Cousin…

Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu (Autor)

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2023
5828 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654776097-9 (EAN)

Infos

In "The Greatest Works of Sheridan Le Fanu," the reader is offered a comprehensive anthology of the celebrated Irish author's novels and short stories, which masterfully intertwine gothic horror with psychological depth. This extensive collection highlights Le Fanu's signature atmospheric prose that vividly evokes dread and suspense, all while engaging with themes of identity, the supernatural, and the intricacies of human emotion. Set against the backdrop of the 19th-century literary landscape, where the gothic genre thrived, Le Fanu's works exhibit a unique blend of romanticism and realism that challenges conventional narrative forms, enhancing the reading experience with profound psychological insights. Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu, often regarded as the father of the ghost story, emerged from a culturally rich Irish heritage that infused his writing with an understanding of folklore and eerie local legends. His keen interest in the supernatural was shaped by his early life experiences and family history, leading him to explore themes of madness, the uncanny, and the spectral. Recognized for pioneering many tropes still prevalent in the horror genre today, Le Fanu's influence resonates through the works of later writers, adding layers to the appreciation of his canon. This collection is highly recommended for anyone drawn to the darker shades of literature, providing not only a window into the fears and uncertainties of the Victorian era but also an enduring relevance that speaks to contemporary readers. Whether one is a longtime admirer or new to Le Fanu's haunting narratives, this anthology serves as an indispensable resource for understanding the evolution of gothic literature.

Autor

Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu (1814–1873) was an Irish writer and journalist, renowned for his contributions to the Gothic horror genre. Despite being a leading ghost-story writer of the nineteenth century, his work also encompasses mystery novels and historical romances, reflecting the complexity and breadth of his literary talent. Le Fanu's horror fiction often delves into the realms of psychological terror and eerie mysticism, influencing many later writers in the genre. His masterful use of setting, particularly his use of the Irish landscape with its rich history and folklore, provides a vivid backdrop for his tales of the supernatural. Among his celebrated works is 'Carmilla' (1872), a novella which predates Bram Stoker's 'Dracula' and is credited with shaping the vampire narrative in literature. It is through collections such as 'The Greatest Works of Sheridan Le Fanu (65+ Novels & Short Stories in One Edition)' that enthusiasts of classic Gothic fiction can explore the depth and variety of Le Fanu's storytelling. His work is marked by a haunting elegance, subtlety in horror, and an enduring interest in the ambiguities of human psychology. Le Fanu's legacy is significant; his stories are noted for their atmospheric suspense and still captivate readers more than a century after his death.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 22.12.2023
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Anthologien
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Fantasy / Science Fiction ► Fantasy
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Historische Romane
• Schlagworte: 19th century literature • A Shade of Vampire • Blake Crouch • Carmilla vampire novel • classic ghost stories • Complex moral dilemmas • Dark Romanticism • Dark romanticism themes • Edgar Allan Poe • Eerie atmospheric tales • Game of Thrones • gothic horror anthology • gothic horror fiction • Gothic tradition • Haunted house narratives • haunting character studies • Historical Gothic romance • horror fiction • Irish folklore • Irish gothic stories • Irish literature classics • literary anthology • Lovecraft • Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children • mystery novels • nineteenth-century narratives • paranormal elements • Psychological horror tales • psychological suspense • Sheridan Le Fanu collection • Skin • Stephen King • Supernatural fiction collection • Supernatural mystery novels • supernatural tales • The Kingfountain • The Nightblade • victorian ghost stories • Victorian Gothic • Victorian psychological suspense