THE PANIC ROOM: 30+ Ghost Tales by Sheridan Le Fanu (eBook)

Madam Crowl's Ghost, Carmilla, The Ghost and the Bonesetter, Schalken the Painter, The Haunted Baronet, The Familiar, Green Tea…

Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu (Autor)

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2023
965 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654776099-3 (EAN)

Infos

In "THE PANIC ROOM: 30+ Ghost Tales by Sheridan Le Fanu," the author masterfully weaves together a tapestry of suspenseful narratives that delve into the eerie and unexplained. Renowned for his contributions to Gothic literature, Le Fanu employs a rich, atmospheric prose style that heightens the tension inherent in his ghostly tales. This collection showcases his utilization of psychological horror, presenting not merely specters but the anxieties and fears that haunt the human psyche, revealing deeper societal anxieties reflective of the Victorian era. Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu, a pivotal figure in the evolution of supernatural fiction, drew inspiration from his Irish heritage and the folklore that surrounded him. His exposure to the mysteries of the night, combined with a background in journalism, enabled him to capture the intricate relationship between reality and the surreal. Le Fanu's own experiences with loss and existential reflection are intricately woven into his narratives, making his characters deeply relatable yet haunting. For readers of classic horror and enthusiasts of the supernatural, "THE PANIC ROOM" offers a compelling journey into the darker corners of humanity. Le Fanu's ghost stories not only entertain but invite contemplation of mortality and the unseen forces that shape our lives, making this collection a must-read for anyone seeking to explore the essence of fear.

Autor

Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu (1814-1873) was an Irish writer esteemed for his gothic fiction, including mysteries and horror tales that have riveted readers for over a century. His contributions to the genre have often been linked to his Huguenot ancestry and the ghostly legends of Ireland, weaving the supernatural with a keen insight into the anxieties of his era. One of his most notable collections, 'THE PANIC ROOM: 30+ Ghost Tales by Sheridan Le Fanu', showcases this mastery, intertwining chilling narratives with a psychological depth that was ahead of its time. Le Fanu's storytelling displays a literary style that is both ornate and evocative, frequently employing an epistolary form and an atmosphere of suspense and fear. His portrayal of haunted landscapes and tormented psyches has bestowed upon him the title of 'father of the English ghost story', a mantle he shares with the likes of M.R. James. Perhaps best known for his novella 'Carmilla', which predates Bram Stoker's 'Dracula', Le Fanu significantly influenced the vampire genre and gothic literature as a whole. Le Fanu's legacy lives on in the echoes of his prose, which continue to haunt the corridors of gothic literature and inspire new generations of horror aficionados.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 22.12.2023
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Anthologien
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Fantasy / Science Fiction ► Fantasy
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Krimi / Thriller / Horror ► Horror
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