TRICK OR TREAT Boxed Set: 200+ Eerie Tales from the Greatest Storytellers (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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2023
6500 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654775500-5 (EAN)

Infos

The 'TRICK OR TREAT Boxed Set: 200+ Eerie Tales from the Greatest Storytellers' offers a captivating exploration into the macabre and mysterious, weaving together a rich tapestry of gothic horror and spectral imagination. Spanning centuries and continents, this anthology presents a selection of eerie tales crafted by masters of the genre. Readers will find themselves immersed in a wide range of literary styles—from the hauntingly poetic to the starkly unsettling—each piece carefully chosen to highlight the intricate artistry of spine-chilling storytelling. The collection serves as a tribute to the timeless allure of supernatural fiction, allowing readers to encounter everything from classic hauntings to visionary nightmares, exemplified by standout stories that continue to resonate in the depths of the human psyche. The anthology is meticulously curated, bringing together a phenomenal ensemble of writers whose extraordinary contributions to gothic fiction and supernatural tales have shaped the literary landscape. With luminaries like Mary Shelley, Edgar Allan Poe, Charles Dickens, and Mark Twain, alongside lesser-known yet equally compelling voices, this collection aligns with pivotal literary movements, such as Romanticism and the emergence of the ghost story in Victorian times. Together, their varied backgrounds—from Victorian England to the American frontier—offer a multidimensional perspective, enriching our understanding of fear and its manifestations. This boxed set invites scholars and enthusiasts alike to delve into the shadowy realms created by these literary giants, offering a rare opportunity to appreciate a myriad of perspectives within a single volume. The anthology's educational value is underscored by its capacity to foster dialogue between the diverse voices included, enabling a deeper comprehension of the genre's evolution. Engaging with this collection promises not only a deeper appreciation for the art of storytelling but also a thrilling escape into the eerie and the unknown."}

Autor

Wilhelm Hauff (1802–1827) was a German poet and novelist best known for his fairy tales and novellas. Born in Stuttgart, Hauff pursued theological studies before turning to literature. Although his life was tragically short, Hauff's literary output was prolific and diverse, encompassing satire, historical fiction, and folklore. He deftly combined elements of the Romantic era with the narrative structure of oriental tales, creating works with a unique charm and moral depth. Notable works include 'Mitteilungen aus den Memoiren des Satans' (1826) and 'Lichtenstein' (1826), a historical novel that stands out for reflecting the Romantic interest in the medieval past, intertwined with patriotic sentiments. However, he achieved widespread popularity with his fairy tales, often published in his 'Märchenalmanach' on various themes from 1826 to 1828. His tales are collected in anthologies such as 'TRICK OR TREAT Boxed Set: 200+ Eerie Tales from the Greatest Storytellers', which showcases his storytelling prowess. Hauff's fairy tales, characterized by their vivid imagination and suspense, have fueled the appetite for German folklore alongside peers like the Brothers Grimm. Despite his premature death at the age of 25, Wilhelm Hauff's work has made a lasting impact on the world of fantasy literature and continues to enchant readers to this day.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 16.12.2023
• Übersetzer: Julian Hawthorne, William Melmoth
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Anthologien
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Krimi / Thriller / Horror ► Horror
• Schlagworte: 19th century fiction classics • 19th century macabre • castle rock • classic horror curations • classic horror evolution • classic horror stories • cosmic horror collection • dark folklore motifs • Daughters of the Lake • Dead End Girl • Eerie supernatural tales • eerie tales compilation • famous eerie storytellers • gothic horror anthology • gothic literature collection • Halloween • haunting gothic narratives • historical dark fantasy • Horror literature classics • horror short stories • literary giants horror • literary horror compilation • Lovecraftian supernatural tales • macabre romanticism fiction • pioneering detective stories • psychological thriller collection • spooky halloween stories • Stephen King • supernatural fiction anthology • Swamp Spook • swan song • The Exorcist • The Haunting of Hill House • The Outsider • transitional genre literature • victorian ghost stories • vintage ghost tales • Wilhelm Hauff works