20 More Little Horrors

20 More Little Horrors
Author: D. S. Knight
Publisher: Wheatmark, Inc.
Total Pages: 48
Release: 2020-02-05
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1627877800

SPECIAL WOMEN, LOVELY AND BEWITCHING -- extraordinary. Not to be crossed nor taken home to meet the folks. Monsters and demons casually destroying your sanity. Weirdness creeping into your soul -- to stay. Our beloved Frank and his ilk with their fetching little heart-stopping tales that leave you breathless. ALL THESE AND MORE await you within this chronicle of D. S. Knight's thoughts and his black humor.

Horror Fiction in the 20th Century

Horror Fiction in the 20th Century
Author: Jess Nevins
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Total Pages: 297
Release: 2020-01-07
Genre: Literary Criticism
ISBN: 1440862060

Providing an indispensable resource for academics as well as readers interested in the evolution of horror fiction in the 20th century, this book provides a readable yet critical guide to global horror fiction and authors. Horror Fiction in the 20th Century encompasses the world of 20th-century horror literature and explores it in a critical but balanced fashion. Readers will be exposed to the world of horror literature, a truly global phenomenon during the 20th century. Beginning with the modern genre's roots in the 19th century, the book proceeds to cover 20th-century horror literature in all of its manifestations, whether in comics, pulps, paperbacks, hardcover novels, or mainstream magazines, and from every country that produced it. The major horror authors of the century receive their due, but the works of many authors who are less well-known or who have been forgotten are also described and analyzed. In addition to providing critical assessments and judgments of individual authors and works, the book describes the evolution of the genre and the major movements within it. Horror Fiction in the 20th Century stands out from its competitors and will be of interest to its readers because of its informed critical analysis, its unprecedented coverage of female authors and writers of color, and its concise historical overview.

THE DARKNESS OF THE SEA: 20+ Horror Stories, Supernatural Tales & Fantastical Adventures

THE DARKNESS OF THE SEA: 20+ Horror Stories, Supernatural Tales & Fantastical Adventures
Author: William Hope Hodgson
Publisher: Good Press
Total Pages: 670
Release: 2024-01-17
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

In 'THE DARKNESS OF THE SEA: 20+ Horror Stories, Supernatural Tales & Fantastical Adventures', William Hope Hodgson offers a collection of eerie and haunting narratives that explore the depths of human fears and the unknown. Hodgson's literary style is characterized by his ability to create a sense of dread and unease through atmospheric descriptions and supernatural occurrences, making this collection a perfect choice for readers who enjoy classic horror and dark fantasy. The stories in this book cover a wide range of themes, from sea monsters to ghosts, showcasing Hodgson's versatility as a writer within the horror genre. Written in the early 20th century, these tales continue to captivate readers with their timeless appeal and chilling storytelling. The Dark Sea is a must-read for fans of classic horror fiction and supernatural tales, as it offers a glimpse into Hodgson's mastery of the genre and his talent for crafting unsettling and immersive narratives that linger in the mind long after the final page is turned.

Little Horror

Little Horror
Author: Daniel Peak
Publisher: Firefly Press
Total Pages: 161
Release: 2021-09-30
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1913102521

Rita may be a baby, but she has the mind (and attitude) of a teenager. She knows she is not a normal toddler but when her parents disappear and a sinister clown and an ice-cream van seem to be hunting her down, even a soft-play centre might not be safe...

Horror Fiction in the 20th Century

Horror Fiction in the 20th Century
Author: Jess Nevins
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Total Pages: 395
Release: 2020-01-07
Genre: Literary Criticism
ISBN:

Providing an indispensable resource for academics as well as readers interested in the evolution of horror fiction in the 20th century, this book provides a readable yet critical guide to global horror fiction and authors. Horror Fiction in the 20th Century encompasses the world of 20th-century horror literature and explores it in a critical but balanced fashion. Readers will be exposed to the world of horror literature, a truly global phenomenon during the 20th century. Beginning with the modern genre's roots in the 19th century, the book proceeds to cover 20th-century horror literature in all of its manifestations, whether in comics, pulps, paperbacks, hardcover novels, or mainstream magazines, and from every country that produced it. The major horror authors of the century receive their due, but the works of many authors who are less well-known or who have been forgotten are also described and analyzed. In addition to providing critical assessments and judgments of individual authors and works, the book describes the evolution of the genre and the major movements within it. Horror Fiction in the 20th Century stands out from its competitors and will be of interest to its readers because of its informed critical analysis, its unprecedented coverage of female authors and writers of color, and its concise historical overview.

Little Horrors

Little Horrors
Author: T.S. Kord
Publisher: McFarland
Total Pages: 227
Release: 2016-08-08
Genre: Performing Arts
ISBN: 1476666067

Zombies, werewolves and chainsaw-wielding maniacs are tried-and-true staples of horror films. But none can match the visceral dread evoked by a child with an innocent face and a diabolical stare. Cinema's evil children attack our cherished ideas of innocence and our innocent bystander status as the audience. A good horror film is a scary ride--a "devil child" movie is a guilt trip. This book examines 24 international films--with discussions of another 100--that in effect "indict" viewers for crimes of child abuse and abandonment, greed, social and ecological negligence, and political and war crimes, and for persistent denial of responsibility for them all. For 75 years evil children have ritually rebuked audiences and, in playing on our guilt, established a horror subgenre that might be described as a blood-spattered rampage on an ethical mission.

American Horror Film

American Horror Film
Author: Steffen Hantke
Publisher: Univ. Press of Mississippi
Total Pages: 286
Release: 2010-09-30
Genre: Performing Arts
ISBN: 160473454X

Creatively spent and politically irrelevant, the American horror film is a mere ghost of its former self—or so goes the old saw from fans and scholars alike. Taking on this undeserved reputation, the contributors to this collection provide a comprehensive look at a decade of cinematic production, covering a wide variety of material from the last ten years with a clear critical eye. Individual essays profile the work of up-and-coming director Alexandre Aja and reassess William Malone’s much-maligned Feardotcom in the light of the torture debate at the end of President George W. Bush’s administration. Other essays look at the economic, social, and formal aspects of the genre; the globalization of the US film industry; the alleged escalation of cinematic violence; and the massive commercial popularity of the remake. Some essays examine specific subgenres—from the teenage horror flick to the serial killer film and the spiritual horror film—as well as the continuing relevance of classic directors such as George A. Romero, David Cronenberg, John Landis, and Stuart Gordon. Essays deliberate on the marketing of nostalgia and its concomitant aesthetic and on the curiously schizophrenic perspective of fans who happen to be scholars as well. Taken together, the contributors to this collection make a compelling case that American horror cinema is as vital, creative, and thought-provoking as it ever was.

Little Kitchen of Horrors

Little Kitchen of Horrors
Author: Ali Vega
Publisher: Lerner Publications ™
Total Pages: 147
Release: 2018-08-01
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1541529537

Your guests will be delightfully horrified by these disgusting yet delicious entrees, snacks, and party foods! Would you like Maggot Burgers for dinner? How about some Crispy Fried Mice for appetizers and Gooey Alien Limbs for dessert? You'll squeal with happy horror at the disgusting, terrifying (and totally tasty) recipes in this book. Clear step-by-step instructions and helpful photos make it easy to cook up each horrifying dish. With frightful delicacies like Bulging Cake Eyeballs, Juicy Bat Wings, and more, will you dare take a bite? "Simple steps, nasty names, and sickening setups transform everyday foods into disgusting dishes that will leave diners grossed out but hungry for more."—Kirkus Reviews

A Dictionary of Slang and Unconventional English

A Dictionary of Slang and Unconventional English
Author: Eric Partridge
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 1426
Release: 2006-05-02
Genre: Foreign Language Study
ISBN: 1134963653

The definitive work on the subject, this Dictionary - available again in its eighth edition - gives a full account of slang and unconventional English over four centuries and will entertain and inform all language-lovers.