Widdershins by Oliver Onions is a collection of eerie and unsettling stories that explore the supernatural and psychological realms. Onions, a British writer known for his ability to evoke a sense of unease, presents a series of narratives that challenge the boundaries between reality and the unknown. The title story, Widdershins, explores themes of fate, superstition, and the inexplicable forces that shape human lives. Through the use of atmospheric settings and psychological tension, Onions draws the reader into a world where the natural and supernatural intertwine, leaving characters - and…mehr
Widdershins by Oliver Onions is a collection of eerie and unsettling stories that explore the supernatural and psychological realms. Onions, a British writer known for his ability to evoke a sense of unease, presents a series of narratives that challenge the boundaries between reality and the unknown. The title story, Widdershins, explores themes of fate, superstition, and the inexplicable forces that shape human lives. Through the use of atmospheric settings and psychological tension, Onions draws the reader into a world where the natural and supernatural intertwine, leaving characters - and readers alike - questioning what is real and what is imagined. The stories in this collection are marked by Onions' mastery of suspense, creating a haunting atmosphere where the ordinary becomes extraordinary and the boundaries between life and death, reality and illusion, are blurred. His sharp observations of human nature, combined with an uncanny ability to create disquieting scenarios, make Widdershins a captivating read for fans of gothic horror and psychological thrillers. Through these stories, Onions leaves readers with a lingering sense of discomfort, contemplating the mysteries that lie just beyond the veil of the known world.Hinweis: Dieser Artikel kann nur an eine deutsche Lieferadresse ausgeliefert werden.
George Oliver Onions, known professionally as Oliver Onions, was an English writer born on November 13, 1873, in Bradford, United Kingdom. Onions is best remembered for his work in the supernatural genre, particularly his ghost stories. He achieved significant recognition for his collection Widdershins, which features tales of eerie occurresnces and psychological horror. Another of his most famous works is the novella The Beckoning Fair One, widely anthologized for its exploration of haunted spaces and the unsettling effects of isolation. Throughout his career, Onions wrote in a variety of genres, but his supernatural tales, with their atmospheric tension and psychological depth, left a lasting impression on the horror genre. In addition to his writing, Onions was also known for his involvement in the literary world and his collaboration with other authors. He was married to Berta Ruck in 1909, and the couple had two sons, Arthur Oliver and William Richard Oliver. Onions passed away on April 9, 1961, in Aberystwyth, United Kingdom, at the age of 87. His legacy endures, particularly through his contributions to ghost stories and the unsettling, gothic atmosphere he created in his works.
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