Begleiten Sie uns auf eine literarische Weltreise!
Buch zum Bücherregal hinzufügen
Grey
Einen neuen Kommentar schreiben Default profile 50px
Grey
Jetzt das ganze Buch im Abo oder die ersten Seiten gratis lesen!
All characters reduced
The Greatest Short Stories of Bram Stoker - Occult & Supernatural Tales Gothic Horror Classics & Dark Fantasy Collections - cover

The Greatest Short Stories of Bram Stoker - Occult & Supernatural Tales Gothic Horror Classics & Dark Fantasy Collections

Bram Stoker

Verlag: Good Press

  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

Beschreibung

In "The Greatest Short Stories of Bram Stoker," readers are invited into the rich and atmospheric world crafted by one of the Gothic literature's most revered figures. This collection encompasses a diverse range of narratives that deftly blend elements of horror, suspense, and the supernatural, showcasing Stoker's exceptional command of language and his ability to evoke a visceral sense of dread. From the chilling narrative of a tragic love lost to the eerie distortions of reality, each tale reveals Stoker's exploration of societal fears and human psychology against the backdrop of the late Victorian era, a time marked by both fervent scientific inquiry and a fascination with the occult. Bram Stoker, best known for his iconic novel "Dracula," draws heavily from his own life experiences and the cultural tensions of his time which have informed his profound understanding of the darker aspects of the human condition. His diverse career, which included positions as a theater manager and a personal assistant to the renowned actor Henry Irving, greatly influenced his storytelling technique and thematic choices. Stoker's engagement with folklore and history is also crucial, providing depth and realism to his imaginative works. This collection is a must-read for those intrigued by Gothic fiction and the intricate layering of characters and themes in Stoker's narratives. It not only serves as a testament to his literary genius but also provides a glimpse into the shadowy corners of the human psyche. Readers will find themselves captivated by the timeless quality of these tales, which continue to resonate with modern audiences, inviting contemplation of both fear and fascination.
Verfügbar seit: 12.01.2024.
Drucklänge: 533 Seiten.

Weitere Bücher, die Sie mögen werden

  • Hard Place - cover

    Hard Place

    R A Jacobson

    • 0
    • 0
    • 0
    Imagine you have spent your life knowing that you are going to hell for a bargain you made then finding that the deal was a lie. 
    When your day starts with a close friend stopping by and trying to kill you, you know the rest of your week could only get better. Unfortunately, that’s not the case. 
    Jacob’s hatred had turned into a hard thing, a rock in his heart he couldn’t put down. It weighed on him, every minute of every day, and Clyde was there to remind him of the mistake he made, his deal. But what if the deal he made wasn’t what he thought it was? What if everything he knew to be true was all a lie? Around him, death stalks and friends will die. His world soon would be coming apart, unravelling. 
    Matt had only just begun his career as a detective, but already he had a trench coat and an impossible case. Along the path, he would fall in love and realize that the world was far different than he knew. 
    When Mr. White and The Judge meet at the crossroads, Jacob and Matt could lose everything.
    Zum Buch
  • My Sister the Zombie - cover

    My Sister the Zombie

    Stacey Longo

    • 0
    • 0
    • 0
    Jasmine and Blossom Hamilton aren’t just sisters, they’re best friends . . . most of the time. That didn’t change when Blossom turned into a zombie. When the Hamilton girls move to Glastonbury, Connecticut, the girls have more to deal with than just starting at a new school and making new friends: people suddenly start turning up dead, brains removed, and Blossom becomes the prime suspect.  
    In the midst of cute boys, mean girls, and a vice principal who’s a serious disciplinarian with an axe to grind, can the sisters figure out what’s going on and clear Blossom’s name before the police and the Anti-Zombie League take matters into their own hands? 
    “Contagiously quirky and gruesomely funny, My Sister the Zombie will sink its teeth into you and refuse to let go. A biting good time!” ~ Vlad Vaslyn, author of The Moon is Dead and Brachman's Underworld 
    “Excellent!” ~ Stephen Lomer, author of the Typo Squad series 
    “Take a little teen angst. Add a dash of reanimated flesh. Toss in a serious penchant for brains—of any kind. Season liberally with funny, and bake at 350.” ~ Rob Smales, author of Friends in High Places
    Zum Buch
  • Smoothen Silky Vs The WereCougar - cover

    Smoothen Silky Vs The WereCougar

    Derek Slaton

    • 0
    • 0
    • 0
    Smoothen Silky is back on the hunt!  
    While on assignment in Austin to track down a powerful demon known as Ezra, Silky and his band of intrepid agents are confronted with an unexpected powerful adversary.
    Zum Buch
  • The Ravenswood Witch - Discover the spellbinding historical story of witches and womanhood from Jenni Keer - cover

    The Ravenswood Witch - Discover...

    Jenni Keer

    • 0
    • 0
    • 0
    A truly spellbinding novel from the bestselling author of No.23 Burlington Square, Jenni Keer‘There are a lot of shadows at Ravenswood, so you will need to be strong…’ 
    The year is 1885 and a young woman is on the run, knowing if she’s caught, she’ll be hanged for murder. Moments from a safe haven, she collides with a gruff stranger, falling and breaking her ankle. 
    To her surprise, the man – Marcus Greybourne – convinces the local constable that she is his reclusive wife of ten years, Luna. He carries her back to the neglected and crumbling Ravenswood Hall, promising if she agrees to maintain this charade, he will keep her safe until her injuries have healed. 
    But the house is haunted by shadows and secrets. What’s more, the real Luna Greybourne is missing, without trace. Scratches and marks made by her around the house suggest witchcraft; and indeed Luna is known locally as the Ravenswood Witch; her reputation in tatters, like the wallpapers of the padlocked rooms she’d destroyed. 
    As strange happenings in the house continue, outside the screech of a raven echoes across oppressive woods that seem alive with dark magic. And the woman who is now pretending to be Luna can’t help but fear she’s escaped the noose for a far more terrible fate… 
    A completely compelling and unforgettable historical bookclub read – fans of Jane Eyre, Weyward and The Binding will be utterly spellbound. 
    Readers love Jenni Keer:  
    ‘Atmospheric, gothic and wonderfully dark. This spellbinding novel is full of clever magical twists which kept me guessing to the last page!’ Clare Marchant 
    ‘To sum this book up in one word... Absobloodymazing!!!… I am in love with the way [the author] writes historical fiction, timeslips, mysteries and romance all in one book. She really is clever, the way she hides her clues throughout the book and gives her readers so many ‘aha’ moments throughout. The sheer amount of twists leaves you feeling seasick in the best possible way.’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 
    ‘A fantastic read!… The puzzle, once solved, is staggering… I’d recommend this to anyone who loves historical fiction with a mystery and a dash of the unexplainable thrown in. Brilliant imagination!!!’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 
    ‘Wow! I loved this! It’s such a clever book, beautifully written with such wonderful detail and amazing characters. I give this a very rare 10 out of 10 and will be adding Jenni Keer to my list of authors I must read everything they ever write. Superb!’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 
    ‘Wow!!… It’s like no other book that I have read, it’s unique and clever and I enjoyed every single page!’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 
    ‘Creative, unusual and brilliant! This book is nothing like anything else I’ve read and I loved it!… Wonderful!’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 
    ‘I was hooked from the first page… It seemed to get into my head and when I wasn't reading it, I was thinking about it. Highly recommend.’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 
    ‘I loved this book!!!... I didn't see what was coming… I was enthralled.’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 
    ‘I cannot tell you have much I loved this book. I was totally captivated… I devoured it in a day.’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 
    ‘I couldn’t let this one go… These characters are all so superbly drawn. They feel real, like they might jump out of the pages of the book and wrap their arms around you… Quite simply, had me enthralled.’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
    Zum Buch
  • The Narrative of Arthur Gordon Pym of Nantucket - cover

    The Narrative of Arthur Gordon...

    Edgar Allan Poe

    • 0
    • 0
    • 0
    Rum, a sailing ship, and a dare…   …What could go wrong?   Edgar Allan Poe’s only complete novel, The Narrative of Arthur Gordon Pym of Nantucket is one of the first adventure stories set in and around the Antarctic, which at the time was a place of mystery and the unknown.   Pym takes us on an adventure across the seas to uncharted southern lands that are fraught with danger. With shipwrecks, murder, mutiny, and, yes, cannibalism, this tale has it all. First published in 1838, midway between Defoe’s Robinson Crusoe and Stevenson’s Treasure Island, Poe’s Pym echoes one and presages the other while delving even deeper into the darkness of men’s souls.   This new edition, with a new Foreword by New York Times best-selling author and Bram Stoker Award winner Jonathan Maberry, brings the classic tale back to life. Not for the faint of heart, Poe’s novel, which inspired H.G. Wells, Jules Verne, H.P. Lovecraft, and many others, reflects the wonder and dangers of exploring the unknown.
    Zum Buch
  • Strange High House in the Mist The (The Work of H P Lovecraft Episode 46) - cover

    Strange High House in the Mist...

    H. P. Lovecraft

    • 0
    • 0
    • 0
    Thomas Olney, a "philosopher" visiting the town of Kingsport, Massachusetts with his family, is intrigued by a strange house on a cliff overlooking the ocean. It is unaccountably high and old and the locals have a generations-long dread of the place which no one is known to have visited. With great difficulty, Olney climbs the crag, approaches the house, and meets the mysterious man who lives there. The only door opens directly onto a sheer cliff, giving access only to mist and "the abyss". The transmittal of archaic lore and a life-altering encounter with the supernatural ensue, as Olney is not the only visitor that day. He returns to Kingsport the next day, but seems to have left his spirit behind in the strange, remote dwelling.
    Zum Buch