Arthur Machen

The Three Impostors; or, The Transmutations (eBook, ePUB)

Unveiling the Macabre: Mysteries of the Occult and the Supernatural in Victorian Gothic Fiction

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

In "The Three Impostors; or, The Transmutations," Arthur Machen weaves a complex tapestry of horror and philosophical inquiry, exploring the boundaries of reality and the tantalizing thin veil between the mundane and the supernatural. Composed of interconnected narratives, the book employs a rich, descriptive prose style reminiscent of Gothic literature, inviting readers into a world where the ordinary becomes extraordinary. Machen's masterful blending of mysticism and existential dread not only reflects the literary influences of the late 19th century but also anticipates the modernist movement, prompting profound questions about identity and perception. Arthur Machen, a prominent figure in the world of weird fiction, drew upon his early experiences in the Welsh countryside and his fascination with ancient mythology and the occult to craft this seminal work. His background as a writer and journalist in London during the rise of spiritualism deeply informed his literary explorations. Machen's reflections on human consciousness and the unseen forces that govern our existence resonate through his scholarship, ultimately culminating in this ambitious narrative that challenges prevailing notions of reality. This book is highly recommended for readers interested in classic horror, the weird fiction genre, and philosophical literature. "The Three Impostors" invites both intrigue and unease, making it an essential read for anyone looking to delve into the profound and unsettling intersections of reality, illusion, and the human psyche.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 213
• Erscheinungstermin: 20. November 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4057664157447
• Artikelnr.: 58501297

Autorenporträt

Arthur Llewellyn Jones was a Welsh author and mystic who lived from March 3, 1863, to December 15, 1947. Arthur Machen was his pen name. He is best known for writing important horror, fantasy, and magical stories. Stephen King said that his short story "The Great God Pan" (1890 or 1894) was "Maybe the best in the English language." It is considered a classic in the horror genre. Many people read his short story "The Bowmen" as if it were true, which is how the story of the Angels of Mons came to be. Charles Llewelyn Jones was born in Caerleon, Monmouthshire, and became Richard Machen. There is a blue plaque on the house where he was born, which is across the street from the Olde Bull Inn in The Square at Caerleon and next to the Priory Hotel. He often called Monmouthshire by the name of the medieval Welsh kingdom, Gwent. The area's beautiful scenery and Celtic, Roman, and medieval history left a big impact on him, and his love of it is at the heart of many of his works. The Machen family came from Carmarthenshire and had a long history of being priests.