Spring Heeled Jack The Terror Of London
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| Author | : Anonymous Anonymous |
| Publisher | : SCB Distributors |
| Total Pages | : 200 |
| Release | : 2013-03-25 |
| Genre | : Fiction |
| ISBN | : 1908694874 |
The "penny blood” came into being through a process which began with higher standards of general education and literacy in England at the beginning of the 19th century, and continued with the invention of fast and efficient printing presses and cheap paper production. These combined elements simultaneously created a new, mass market for literature, and fed that market with new, affordable product. The gothic novel, popular amongst a rarefied class of literary readers, duly gave way to sensationalistic, graphic shockers for the masses. The PENNY BLOOD CLASSICS ebook series, which focuses on the "golden age” of the penny bloods, continues with the legendary tale of Spring-Heeled Jack, first reported in 1808, and again in 1837. Spring-Heeled Jack was described by people who claimed to have seen him as having a terrifying and frightful appearance, with diabolical physiognomy, clawed hands, eyes that "resembled red balls of fire”, and the ability to perform astounding leaps. Jack was perfect melodrama material, and in 1840 John Thomas Haines wrote "Spring-Heeled Jack, the Terror of London", a play portraying him as a villain who stalks and attacks innocent women. This volume features "Spring-Heeled Jack: The Terror Of London", an anonymous penny blood published by the Newsagents' Publishing Company c.1864-1867. The book also includes an extensive introduction on the history of the penny blood.
| Author | : Charlton Lea |
| Publisher | : |
| Total Pages | : 0 |
| Release | : 1890 |
| Genre | : Penny dreadfuls |
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| Author | : Anonymous |
| Publisher | : Indo-European Publishing |
| Total Pages | : |
| Release | : 2012-01-27 |
| Genre | : |
| ISBN | : 9781604446456 |
Spring-heeled Jack is a character in English folklore of the Victorian era who was known for his startling jumps. The first claimed sighting of Spring-heeled Jack was in 1837. Later sightings were reported all over England and were especially prevalent in suburban London, the Midlands and Scotland.There are many theories about the nature and identity of Spring-heeled Jack. This urban legend was very popular in its time, due to the tales of his bizarre appearance and ability to make extraordinary leaps, to the point that he became the topic of several works of fiction.Spring-heeled Jack was described by people who claimed to have seen him as having a terrifying and frightful appearance, with diabolical physiognomy, clawed hands, and eyes that "resembled red balls of fire." One report claimed that, beneath a black cloak, he wore a helmet and a tight-fitting white garment like an oilskin. Many stories also mention a "Devil-like" aspect. Others said he was tall and thin, with the appearance of a gentleman. Several reports mention that he could breathe out blue and white flames and that he wore sharp metallic claws at his fingertips. At least two people claimed that he was able to speak comprehensible English. (wikipedia.org)
| Author | : Alfred Coates |
| Publisher | : |
| Total Pages | : 608 |
| Release | : 2020-04-14 |
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Spring-heel'd Jack: The Terror of London (1863 story). Nearly 600 pages of a Gothic Penny Dreadful serial.Spring-Heeled Jack: his name struck terror into the hearts of the people of London when Queen Victoria ascended the throne. Twenty-five years later, Jack became the subject of popular fiction through a serial publication about his antics. Few copies of the original publication survive. Even the British Library's collection is missing an issue. In this volume, the missing episode has been restored to complete the narrative of a masked aristocrat who becomes an avenger and defender of the oppressed and the vulnerable. This is the first volume of the Spring-Heeled Jack Library which will restore and make accessible the wildly different serials and short fictions about this focus of urban legend.
| Author | : John Matthews |
| Publisher | : Simon and Schuster |
| Total Pages | : 472 |
| Release | : 2016-10-14 |
| Genre | : Body, Mind & Spirit |
| ISBN | : 1620554976 |
An extensive investigation of the origins and numerous sightings of the mysterious and terrifying figure known as Spring-Heeled Jack • Shares original 19th-century newspaper accounts of Spring-Heeled Jack encounters as well as 20th and 21st-century reports • Explains his connections to Jack the Ripper and the Slender Man • Explores his origins in earlier mythical beings from folklore, his Steampunk popularity, and the theory that he may be an alien from a high-gravity planet Spring-Heeled Jack--a tall, thin, bounding figure with bat-like wings, clawed hands, wheels of fire for eyes, and breath of blue flames--first leapt to public attention in Victorian London in 1838, springing over hedges and walls, from dark lanes and dank graveyards, to frighten and sometimes physically attack women. News of this strange and terrifying character quickly spread, but despite numerous sightings through 1904 he was never captured or identified. Exploring the vast urban legend surrounding this enigmatic figure, John Matthews explains how the Victorian fascination with strange phenomena and sinister figures paired with hysterical reports enabled Spring-Heeled Jack to be conjured into existence. Sharing original 19th-century newspaper accounts of Spring-Heeled Jack sightings and encounters, he also examines recent 20th and 21st-century reports, including a 1953 UFO-related sighting from Houston, Texas, and disturbing accounts of the Slender Man, who displays notable similarities with Jack. He traces Spring-Heeled Jack’s origins to earlier mythical beings from folklore, such as fairy creatures and land spirits, and explores the theory that Jack is an alien marooned on Earth whose leaping prowess is attributed to his home planet having far stronger gravity than ours. The author reveals how Jack the Ripper, although a different and much more violent character, chose to identify himself with the old, well-established figure of Spring-Heeled Jack. Providing an extensive look at Spring-Heeled Jack from his beginnings to the present, Matthews illustrates why the worldwide Steampunk community has so thoroughly embraced Jack.
| Author | : Hubert de la Gatinière |
| Publisher | : Independently Published |
| Total Pages | : 0 |
| Release | : 2023-05-14 |
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Spring Heeled Jack emerged onto the scene in the early 19th century, around the year 1837. The reports of his strange and menacing activities quickly spread throughout the country, causing both fear and fascination among the Victorian populace. The name "Spring Heeled Jack" was given to him due to his remarkable ability to leap great heights and distances. According to eyewitness accounts, he was described as a tall, thin man dressed in a dark cloak and wearing a helmet or mask. He was said to have glowing red eyes, sharp claws, and a sinister grin. Some even claimed that he had the ability to breathe blue and white flames. What truly set Spring Heeled Jack apart were his incredible leaping abilities. He was said to jump over walls and rooftops with ease, often disappearing into the night before anyone could catch him. Numerous reports suggested that he could clear distances of up to 20 feet in a single bound, leaving his victims both astonished and terrified. However, Spring Heeled Jack was not merely a mischievous acrobat. He was known for his malevolent actions, which ranged from frightening and assaulting people to even attacking women. Many reported that he would suddenly appear out of the darkness, his piercing red eyes and unearthly laughter striking fear into the hearts of his victims. As news of Spring Heeled Jack spread, so did the tales of his misdeeds. His actions became the stuff of urban legends and were embellished with each retelling. He became a popular figure in penny dreadfuls, sensationalized newspaper articles, and theatrical productions, further fueling the public's fascination with his exploits. The true identity and motives of Spring Heeled Jack remain a mystery to this day. Various theories have emerged over time, ranging from him being an eccentric aristocrat engaging in sadistic pranks to a supernatural entity from another realm. Despite numerous investigations and public panic, no concrete evidence was ever found to definitively explain his existence. Spring Heeled Jack eventually faded into obscurity, but his legend lives on. He has become an enduring symbol of Victorian folklore and continues to inspire works of fiction and artistic interpretations to this day. The mystery surrounding him has contributed to his status as one of the most enigmatic and captivating figures in British urban legends.
| Author | : Jan Stolz |
| Publisher | : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform |
| Total Pages | : 118 |
| Release | : 2018-05-23 |
| Genre | : |
| ISBN | : 9781984003188 |
This is a book telling the true stories of three different "Jacks", The Spring-Heeled Jack, Jack the Ripper, and Pelorus Jack.The Spring-Heeled Jack was a fantastic character whose antics inspired many a "penny dreadful" novel. Never caught nor identified, his actions even today sound almost impossible.Jack the Ripper terrorized London for three months in 1888; a true to life monster whose savagery is still talked about today, then disappeared into thin air.Pelorus Jack wasn't a human at all - he was a dolphin who guided ships through the dangerous French Pass off of New Zealand. So admired by the people of that country that they protected him by law.
| Author | : Various |
| Publisher | : Gale and the British Library |
| Total Pages | : |
| Release | : 1890 |
| Genre | : |
| ISBN | : 9781535811200 |
| Author | : Charlton Lea |
| Publisher | : |
| Total Pages | : 576 |
| Release | : 1890 |
| Genre | : Penny dreadfuls |
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| Author | : J S Mackley |
| Publisher | : Independently Published |
| Total Pages | : 0 |
| Release | : 2022-09-15 |
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You do look scared-like, too, just as if you'd seen a ghost." "I've seen worse! I've seen the devil!" Following a series of documented accounts of appearances at Aldershot, Colchester and Lincoln, in the 1870s Spring-Heeled Jack returned to the focus of the public's attention as a folk hero and was reimagined in this 48-part serial story. The shadowy figure of Spring-Heeled Jack protects two vulnerable women and protects the interests of Ralph Ashton against the misdeeds of his iniquitous relative Sir Roland Ashton and a cast of villainous characters who spread their treachery across 18th century London and beyond. First published in 1886, this edition includes illustrations from the original publications and a new introduction by J.S. Mackley.
