Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu

The Great Horror Classics: The Sheridan Le Fanu Collection (eBook, ePUB)

Carmilla, In a Glass Darkly, The House by the Churchyard, Madam Crowl's Ghost, Uncle Silas, Wylder's Hand...

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

In *The Great Horror Classics: The Sheridan Le Fanu Collection*, Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu emerges as a pivotal figure in the realm of supernatural fiction, blending Gothic sensibilities with a profound psychological depth. This compilation features some of his most notable works, including the unsettling tales of the uncanny and the grotesque, characterized by rich, atmospheric prose that draws readers into a world of spectral ambiguity. Le Fanu's narrative style often intertwines intricacies of character and plot, reflecting the Victorian fascination with both the eerie and the rational, while his explorations of themes such as madness, morality, and the supernatural remain remarkably relevant today. Le Fanu (1814-1873) was influenced by his Irish heritage and the turbulent socio-political landscape of his time, which permeated his writing. As a contemporary of Edgar Allan Poe and the early Gothic revivalists, he skillfully crafted narratives that delve into human fears and desires, making significant contributions to the genre of horror fiction. His unique perspective as a writer in a post-Enlightenment era showcases the tension between reason and the irrational, giving depth to his chilling stories. This collection is a must-read for scholars and enthusiasts of Gothic and supernatural literature alike. Le Fanu's mastery in creating suspenseful and psychologically complex stories will intrigue those seeking to understand the foundations of horror fiction. Prepare to be entranced by the eeriness that lingers long after the last page is turned.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Copycat
• Erscheinungstermin: 17. Juli 2023
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9788028307202
• Artikelnr.: 68440720