The Laughing Girl (eBook, ePUB) - Chambers, Robert W.
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Robert W. Chambers's 'The Laughing Girl' is a captivating psychological thriller that delves into the depths of human emotion and obsession. Set in the decadent world of New York City's elite society, the novel follows the mysterious disappearance of a young woman known for her enigmatic laughter. Chambers masterfully weaves a tale of suspense and intrigue, keeping readers on the edge of their seats until the shocking conclusion. His lush prose and vivid descriptions bring the Gilded Age to life, immersing the reader in a world of glamour and darkness. 'The Laughing Girl' is a prime example of…mehr

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Robert W. Chambers's 'The Laughing Girl' is a captivating psychological thriller that delves into the depths of human emotion and obsession. Set in the decadent world of New York City's elite society, the novel follows the mysterious disappearance of a young woman known for her enigmatic laughter. Chambers masterfully weaves a tale of suspense and intrigue, keeping readers on the edge of their seats until the shocking conclusion. His lush prose and vivid descriptions bring the Gilded Age to life, immersing the reader in a world of glamour and darkness. 'The Laughing Girl' is a prime example of Chambers's ability to blend elements of romance, mystery, and psychological horror into a spellbinding narrative. Readers will be captivated by the intricate plot twists and nuanced character development that unfold throughout the novel. As a prolific writer of his time, Chambers drew inspiration from the societal tensions and moral dilemmas of the era, using his keen observations to craft a gripping story that continues to resonate with modern audiences. Fans of classic mysteries and psychological thrillers will be enthralled by Chambers's 'The Laughing Girl,' a timeless tale of love, loss, and the enigmatic nature of the human psyche.
Autorenporträt
Robert William Chambers (1865 - 1933) was an American artist and fiction writer, best known for his book of short stories entitled The King in Yellow, published in 1895. Robert was first educated at the Brooklyn Polytechnic Institute and then entered the Art Students' League at around the age of twenty, where the artist Charles Dana Gibson was his fellow student. Chambers studied at the École des Beaux-Arts and at Académie Julian, in Paris from 1886 to 1893 and his work was displayed at the Salon as early as 1889. On his return to New York, he succeeded in selling his illustrations to Life, Truth, and Vogue magazines. Then, for reasons unclear, he devoted his time to writing, producing his first novel, In the Quarter (written in 1887 in Munich). His most famous, and perhaps most meritorious, effort is The King in Yellow, a collection of Art Nouveau short stories published in 1895. This included several famous weird short stories which are connected by the theme of a fictitious drama of the same title, which drives those who read it insane. E. F. Bleiler described The King in Yellow as one of the most important works of American supernatural fiction. It was also strongly admired by H. P. Lovecraft and his circle. Chambers returned to the weird genre in his later short story collections The Maker of Moons, The Mystery of Choice and The Tree of Heaven, but none earned him as much success as The King in Yellow. Some of Chambers's work contains elements of science fiction, such as In Search of the Unknown and Police!!!, about a zoologist who encounters monsters. Chambers later turned to writing romantic fiction to earn a living. According to some estimates, Chambers had one of the most successful literary careers of his period, his later novels selling well and a handful achieving best-seller status. Many of his works were also serialized in magazines.