An Omnibus of Diabolic Pacts – 3 Classic Occult Horror Novels (eBook)

Enriched edition. The Monk, Melmoth the Wanderer, The Great God Pan

Matthew Lewis, Charles Robert Maturin, Arthur Machen (Autoren)

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2025
1442 Seiten
e-artnow Collections (Verlag)
859-654787368-6 (EAN)

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An Omnibus of Diabolic Pacts - 3 Classic Occult Horror Novels invites readers into the dark realms of 19th and early 20th-century Gothic literature with its exploration of forbidden knowledge, sinister bargains, and supernatural terror. This anthology seamlessly fuses the menacing allure of the Gothic tradition with the burgeoning interests in the occult, showcasing a spectrum of literary styles that range from the lurid to the subtly psychological. From intricate, atmospheric settings to deep moral quandaries, each novel within the collection is woven into a rich tapestry of fear and fascination, drawing the reader into a world where the boundaries between the mundane and the mystical blur with unsettling ease. The collection features the formidable talents of Matthew Lewis, Charles Robert Maturin, and Arthur Machen, whose works have significantly shaped the Gothic and horror genres. These authors collectively draw upon their varied backgrounds and eras, from the shadowed corridors of Romanticism to the creeping dread of modernism, enriching the central theme with their distinctive perspectives. Their narratives, embedded within literary movements like the Fin de Siècle and the Romantic revival, highlight the human obsession with power and knowledge, while simultaneously unraveling the human psyche's darkest corners. An Omnibus of Diabolic Pacts is a must-read for scholars and enthusiasts of Gothic and horror literature. This collection offers an unparalleled opportunity to experience the confluence of historical and cultural narratives, as well as the eerie allure of the occult from a trio of literary masters. Embark on this haunting journey to appreciate the thematic depth and expand your understanding of the supernatural and the Gothic, while engaging with the dynamic interplay of fear, morality, and the abyss of human curiosity this anthology uniquely provides.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 24.12.2025
• Einführung: Bede Dunn
• Mitarbeit: Kommentare: Bede Dunn
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Krimi / Thriller / Horror ► Horror
• Schlagworte: 19th century occult horror • British spiritual gothic • classic gothic atmosphere • dark romantic horror • diabolic pact narratives • European horror collections • Gothic supernatural tales • supernatural thriller anthology • Victorian era mysticism • vintage occult storytelling