DEEP, DARK & UNSETTLING: 100+ Gothic Classics in One Edition (eBook)

Charles Dickens, Friedrich Schiller, Oscar Wilde, Robert Louis Stevenson, Edgar Allan Poe, William Hope Hodgson, Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu, George MacDonald, Percy Bysshe Shelley, Bram Stoker, Charlotte Brontë, Emily Brontë, William Godwin, Henry James, Victor Hugo, Théophile Gautier, Arthur Conan Doyle, Joseph Conrad, Guy Boothby, Jane Austen, Mayne Reid, John Meade Falkner, Guy de Maupassant, George Eliot, Samuel Taylor Coleridge, 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, Robert Browning, Walter Hubbell, Marie orelli, Charles Brockden Brown, James Hogg, William Blake, Charlotte Perkins Gilman, John Keats, Richard Marsh, Clara Reeve, Charles Robert Maturin, John William Polidori, Lord Byron, W. W. Jacobs, E. F. Benson, M. R. James, E. T. A. Hoffmann, George W. M. Reynolds, William Thomas Beckford, Christina Rossetti, Tobias Smollett, Nikolai Gogol, Mary Shelley, Edward Bulwer-Lytton, Ann Radcliffe, Matthew Gregory Lewis, Eliza Parsons, Eleanor Sleath, Émile Erckmann, Alexandre Chatrian (Autoren)

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2023
18745 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654775488-6 (EAN)

Infos

DEEP, DARK & UNSETTLING: 100+ Gothic Classics in One Edition is a masterful curation of the most evocative and haunting tales from the annals of Gothic literature. This anthology offers a rich tapestry of themes, exploring the dark recesses of human nature, supernatural events, and the eerie atmospheres that define the genre. Through diverse styles ranging from the poetic melancholy of Robert Browning to the chilling narratives of Edgar Allan Poe, each piece unveils a different facet of the Gothic, capturing the duality of beauty and horror. Standout stories captivate with rich imagery and macabre settings, making this collection a must-read for both aficionados of the Gothic and those new to its dark allure. The contributors to this anthology span centuries and continents, featuring luminaries like Charles Dickens and Mary Shelley, whose works have defined and redefined Gothic literature. These authors, rooted in historical and cultural movements, provide a broad spectrum of insights, drawing from Romanticism, the grotesque, and early horror. Together, they create a dialogue that bridges temporal and stylistic divides, suffusing the collection with depth and variety. Editors have meticulously selected each piece to ensure that both well-known and undiscovered voices contribute to the genre's rich legacy. For readers eager to traverse the shadowy corridors of the human psyche, DEEP, DARK & UNSETTLING offers an unparalleled opportunity. This anthology is a gateway to understanding the Gothic's enduring appeal, its cultural resonance, and its ability to unsettle and enthrall. Scholars and casual readers alike will find in its pages an educational odyssey through the macabre and the mystical, propelling fresh dialogues across decades of Gothic tradition. Whether for an academic engagement or personal exploration, this collection's breadth and depth promise a rewarding literary journey.

Autor

Charles John Huffam Dickens (1812–1870), an English writer and social critic, is one of the most celebrated novelists of the Victorian era. His works are known for their vivid characters, intricate plots, and profound social commentary. Born in Portsmouth, Dickens rose from humble beginnings and a challenging childhood to become a prolific author, producing some of the most famous works of English literature. His writing is characterized by a unique blend of humor, satire, and pathos, often highlighting the societal injustices of his time, including the harsh conditions faced by the poor and the flaws of the class system. Among his most notable contributions is the collection 'DEEP, DARK & UNSETTLING: 100+ Gothic Classics in One Edition,' which exemplifies his mastery in the art of storytelling and the Gothic genre. Exploring themes of mystery, the supernatural, and the human psyche, this anthology underlines Dickens's versatility and his ability to traverse different literary landscapes. Beyond this collection, Dickens's bibliography includes classics such as 'A Tale of Two Cities,' 'Great Expectations,' 'Oliver Twist,' and 'David Copperfield.' His writing style, marked by rich descriptions, memorable characters, and sharp societal critique, continues to influence authors and captivate readers around the world.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 16.12.2023
• Übersetzer: C. J. Hogarth, Samuel Henley, Isabel F. Hapgood
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Anthologien
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Historische Romane
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Klassiker / Moderne Klassiker
• Schlagworte: 18th century gothic • 19th century horror stories • 19th century thrillers • Black Castle • charles dickens complete works • classic English novels • classic gothic horror collection • Cormac McCarthy • Daphne du Maurier • Dark psychological exploration • Dark romantic novels • Dark Romantic Themes • eerie castle settings • eerie landscape stories • gothic fiction anthology • Gothic fiction classics • gothic horror anthology • Gothic horror masterpieces • Halloween • haunted landscape narratives • haunting classic tales • historical gothic evolution • historical gothic revival • historical suspense fiction • Horror and mystery anthologies • macabre fiction collection • macabre mystery literature • psychological gothic narratives • romantic grotesque styles • romantic supernatural tales • shirley jackson • Stephen King • Supernatural literary collections • Supernatural Victorian themes • The Night of the Moths • The Woman in Black • Varney the Vampire • victorian era literature • victorian gothic literature • westworld