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The Greatest Gothic Classics of All Time - 60+ Books in One Volume: Frankenstein The Tell-Tale Heart The Phantom Ship The Birth Mark The Headless Horseman… - cover
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The Greatest Gothic Classics of All Time - 60+ Books in One Volume: Frankenstein The Tell-Tale Heart The Phantom Ship The Birth Mark The Headless Horseman…

Charles Dickens, Oscar Wilde, Robert Louis Stevenson, Edgar Allan Poe, William Hope Hodgson, Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu, Anna Katharine Green, George MacDonald, Bram Stoker, Charlotte Brontë, Emily Brontë, William Godwin, Henry James, Victor Hugo, Théophile Gautier, Arthur Conan Doyle, Jane Austen, John Meade Falkner, George Eliot, Robert Hugh Benson, Horace Walpole, Frederick Marryat, Thomas Love Peacock, Washington Irving, Nathaniel Hawthorne, Gaston Leroux, Grant Allen, Arthur Machen, Wilkie Collins, Thomas Peckett Prest, James Malcolm Rymer, Charles Brockden Brown, James Hogg, Charlotte Perkins Gilman, Richard Marsh, Charles Robert Maturin, John William Polidori, H. G. Wells, W. W. Jacobs, H.P. Lovecraft, William Thomas Beckford, Nikolai Gogol, Mary Shelley, Ann Radcliffe, Matthew Gregory Lewis, Fitz-James O'Brien, Eliza Parsons

Tradutor C.J. Hogarth, Samuel Henley, Isabel F. Hapgood

Editora: DigiCat

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Dive into the shadowy depths of literary genius with *The Greatest Gothic Classics of All Time*, a meticulously curated anthology that spans the breadth of Gothic literature from its 18th-century origins to its transformative role in shaping modern horror. This collection features an impressive array of styles and themes, from the psychological torment and decaying nobility of Horace Walpole's early efforts, to the subversive wit and intricate plots of Oscar Wilde, through to the eerie and surreal landscapes painted by H.P. Lovecraft. The anthology underscores the enduring power of the Gothic tradition, offering tales that range from the haunted moors of the Brontës to the chilling scientific exploits of Mary Shelley, each piece a testament to the genre's capacity for innovation and suspense. The anthology draws on the rich contributions of authors who have played pivotal roles in Gothic literature's evolution. Figures such as Charles Dickens and Victor Hugo lend their narrative brilliance, while Edgar Allan Poe and Nathaniel Hawthorne provide dark, psychological depth. Each writer, from the evocative Mary Shelley to the mystically inclined Arthur Machen, weaves a thread into this intricate tapestry, collectively painting a picture of Gothic literary heritage. These narratives encapsulate movements such as Romanticism and the Victorian Gothic resurgence, showcasing how diverse cultural backgrounds converge to amplify the haunting allure of Gothic fiction. This compendium is a treasure trove for both the seasoned aficionado and the curious newcomer, offering a comprehensive exploration of Gothic imagination. Delve into this collection to encounter the multiplicity of perspectives and styles that continue to influence today's literary landscape. Whether used as a springboard for academic exploration or a means to indulge in masterful storytelling, *The Greatest Gothic Classics of All Time* is an indispensable resource that promises to captivate, inform, and inspire ongoing conversations about the mysteries and horrors that lie at the edge of reason.
Disponível desde: 15/11/2023.
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