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ON A DARK CHRISTMAS NIGHT – 25 Holiday Spook Classics & Murder Mysteries - A Haunting Compilation of Festive Noir and Mysterious Yuletide Tales - cover

ON A DARK CHRISTMAS NIGHT – 25 Holiday Spook Classics & Murder Mysteries - A Haunting Compilation of Festive Noir and Mysterious Yuletide Tales

Charles Dickens, Nathaniel Hawthorne, Wilkie Collins, O. Henry, Saki Saki, Robert Louis Stevenson, Grant Allen, John Kendrick Bangs, G.K. Chesterton, M. R. James, Arthur Conan Doyle, Thomas Hardy, Catherine Crowe, William Douglas O'Connor, Leonard Kip, Emmuska Orczy, Louisa M. Alcott

Verlag: Good Press

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In the evocative anthology, *ON A DARK CHRISTMAS NIGHT 'Äì 25 Holiday Spook Classics & Murder Mysteries*, the winter season is imbued with an eerie atmosphere, deftly blending the joyous holiday spirit with spine-tingling suspense. This collection showcases a wide array of storytelling techniques, ranging from the psychological introspection typical of Victorian literature to the sharp twists emblematic of early 20th-century mystery writing. Spanning tales of spectral visitors and cunning detectives, the anthology presents an assembly of narratives that explore the darker side of holiday cheer while maintaining an element of intrigue and tension. The contributing authors, a powerhouse ensemble of literary icons, enrich the anthology with their distinct voices and perspectives. Encompassing varied literary movements from the Gothic and Romantic eras to the late Victorian and Edwardian periods, these writers examine the complex interplay between tradition and innovation. Notably, the anthology harnesses the talents of storytellers like Charles Dickens and Arthur Conan Doyle, whose works echo the tensions of their time, reflecting societal anxieties and the subtleties of human nature. This anthology offers readers a rare opportunity to experience the breadth of thematic exploration in a singular, captivating volume. The diversity of stories serves not only to entertain but also to invite reflection on the intricacies of human fear and joy. Whether a connoisseur of classic literature or an enthusiast of seasonal mysteries, readers will find themselves immersed in a dialogue of contrasting moods and styles, making this collection an essential addition to any literary library of holiday tales.
Verfügbar seit: 14.01.2024.
Drucklänge: 941 Seiten.

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