The Ultimate Horror Collection - 70 Gothic Novels & Supernatural Tales

The Ultimate Horror Collection - 70 Gothic Novels & Supernatural Tales
Author: Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu
Publisher: Good Press
Total Pages: 6994
Release: 2023-12-29
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

The 'Ultimate Horror Collection - 70 Gothic Novels & Supernatural Tales' offers readers an expansive journey through the shadows of gothic and horror literature, showcasing the literary prowess and thematic depth of this genre. This anthology marries the macabre elegance of Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu's psychological depth with M. R. James' mastery of the supernatural and the uncanny. The collection is a rich tapestry of narratives, exploring themes of haunting, decay, and the unexplained, across a variety of literary styles from the epistolary to the purely narrative, punctuated by standout pieces that have shaped the contours of horror and gothic fiction. The diverse range of stories within illuminates the evolution of horror literature, from its origins to its standing as a significant cultural phenomenon. The contributing authors, Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu and M. R. James, bring together a heritage steeped in the tradition of English literature and the psychological complexity of gothic horror. Their works, seminal in the development of the horror genre, draw from their respective historical and cultural contexts, enriching the collection with a nuanced understanding of fear and the supernatural. This amalgamation not only aligns with but also contributes to the broader literary movements of their times, offering a multi-faceted exploration of the themes of horror and gothic literature. This anthology is recommended for readers eager to immerse themselves in the depths of horror and gothic fiction. Offering a compendium of tales that traverse the eerie landscapes of the supernatural, 'The Ultimate Horror Collection - 70 Gothic Novels & Supernatural Tales' presents an unparalleled opportunity to engage with the works of two masters of horror. Through its educational value and the breadth of insights into the human psyche and societal fears, this collection fosters a unique dialogue between the varying styles and thematic concerns of Le Fanu and James, making it an essential addition to the libraries of both scholars and enthusiasts of the genre.

An Old Woman's Tale (From: "The Doliver Romance and Other Pieces: Tales and Sketches")

An Old Woman's Tale (From:
Author: Nathaniel Hawthorne
Publisher: DigiCat
Total Pages: 23
Release: 2022-08-15
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

DigiCat Publishing presents to you this special edition of "An Old Woman's Tale (From: "The Doliver Romance and Other Pieces: Tales and Sketches")" by Nathaniel Hawthorne. DigiCat Publishing considers every written word to be a legacy of humankind. Every DigiCat book has been carefully reproduced for republishing in a new modern format. The books are available in print, as well as ebooks. DigiCat hopes you will treat this work with the acknowledgment and passion it deserves as a classic of world literature.

Toppleton's Client; Or, A Spirit in Exile

Toppleton's Client; Or, A Spirit in Exile
Author: John Kendrick Bangs
Publisher: DigiCat
Total Pages: 156
Release: 2022-07-20
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

You will love this story about the lawyer Mr. Hopkins Toppleton and the fortunate adventures of his daily life. Excerpt: "I regret to say," objected Mr. Hicks, "that Hoppy's health is distressingly good. Your point in regard to the probable demoralization of our office force, however, is well taken. Hopkins must go abroad if he becomes one of us..."

The Classic Horror Stories

The Classic Horror Stories
Author: H. P. Lovecraft
Publisher: OUP Oxford
Total Pages: 944
Release: 2013-05-09
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 0191640891

'Loathsomeness waits and dreams in the deep, and decay spreads over the tottering cities of men. A time will come - but I must not and cannot think!' H. P. Lovecraft (1890-1937) was a reclusive scribbler of horror stories for the American pulp magazines that specialized in Gothic and science fiction in the interwar years. He often published in Weird Tales and has since become the key figure in the slippery genre of 'weird fiction'. Lovecraft developed an extraordinary vision of feeble men driven to the edge of sanity by glimpses of malign beings that have survived from human prehistory or by malevolent extra-terrestrial visitations. The ornate language of his stories builds towards grotesque moments of revelation, quite unlike any other writer. This new selection brings together nine of his classic tales, focusing on the 'Cthulhu Mythos', a cycle of stories that develops the mythology of the Old Ones, the monstrous creatures who predate human life on earth. It includes the Introduction from Lovecraft's critical essay, 'Supernatural Horror in Literature', in which he gave his own important definition of 'weird fiction'. In a fascinating contextual introduction, Roger Luckhurst gives Lovecraft the attention he deserves as a writer who used pulp fiction to explore a remarkable philosophy that shockingly dethrones the mastery of man.

Monster Book of Monsters

Monster Book of Monsters
Author: Tobias Wade
Publisher:
Total Pages: 690
Release: 2018-11-27
Genre:
ISBN: 9781790393718

Tips for Monster Hunting Check the deepest part of the ocean. Or let someone with a submarine check it for you. Order a monster egg online. Make sure it won't hatch before it arrives. Don't. What are you, crazy? You don't need to look. The monsters will find you. THE MONSTER BOOK OF MONSTERS is a collection of 100 stories from around the world. These aren't your everyday Werewolves and Wendigos either. Each story is told by the survivor of an encounter with a unique and mysterious creature more wild and varied than you can imagine. This book has something for everyone with a dark mind, so read now to find the perfect monster for you. Some monsters are quirky and friendly, while others are apocalyptic behemoths crawling up from the depths. Some stories are heartwarming, funny, or profound, while others are a blood bath.. As seen on TV* *Assuming you can see into the future. The Monster Book of Monsters is a joint media and literary project. These monsters are destined for the screen in an episodic series of short horror films. See the inside of the book for more information on how to get involved. About Haunted House Publishing We're passionate about publishing horror stories for adults, scary books for teens, and all sorts of dark fiction. We've got new horror kindle books every month, specializing in supernatural stories, supernatural book collections, and paranormal books for adults. We've got zombie books, demonic horror, ghosts and specters, angels and demons, gothic novels, and haunted houses and ghosts novels. We promise some of the top horror books 2018.

American Supernatural Tales

American Supernatural Tales
Author: S. T. Joshi
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 513
Release: 2013-10-01
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1101662751

Part of a new six-volume series of the best in classic horror, selected by Academy Award-winning director of The Shape of Water Guillermo del Toro American Supernatural Tales is the ultimate collection of weird and frightening American short fiction. As Stephen King will attest, the popularity of the occult in American literature has only grown since the days of Edgar Allan Poe. The book celebrates the richness of this tradition with chilling contributions from some of the nation's brightest literary lights, including Poe himself, H. P. Lovecraft, Shirley Jackson, Ray Bradbury, Nathaniel Hawthorne, and—of course—Stephen King. This volumes also includes "The Yellow Sign," the most horrific story from The King in Yellow, the classic horror collection by Robert W. Chambers featured on HBO's hit TV series True Detective. By turns phantasmagoric, spectral, and demonic, this is a frighteningly good collection of stories. Filmmaker and longtime horror literature fan Guillermo del Toro serves as the curator for the Penguin Horror series, a new collection of classic tales and poems by masters of the genre. Included here are some of del Toro’s favorites, from Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein and Ray Russell’s short story “Sardonicus,” considered by Stephen King to be “perhaps the finest example of the modern Gothic ever written,” to Shirley Jackson’s The Haunting of Hill House and stories by Ray Bradbury, Joyce Carol Oates, Ted Klein, and Robert E. Howard. Featuring original cover art by Penguin Art Director Paul Buckley, these stunningly creepy deluxe hardcovers will be perfect additions to the shelves of horror, sci-fi, fantasy, and paranormal aficionados everywhere.

Dark Companions

Dark Companions
Author: Ramsey Campbell
Publisher: Samhain Publishing, Ltd.
Total Pages: 314
Release: 2012
Genre: Horror tales
ISBN: 1609286626

When Elaine was working late at the office, she thought she was all alone. But something sinister was in the elevator shaft--working its way to her floor. Miles, too, thought he was alone in his new house, the house of a murderer, but he, too, had an unwanted companion. And Knox will never forget what had been waiting for him in the dense fog.

Supernatural Horror Short Stories

Supernatural Horror Short Stories
Author:
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 499
Release: 2018-12-15
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 178755242X

New Authors and collections. Following the great success of our Gothic Fantasy, deluxe edition short story compilations, Ghosts, Horror, Science Fiction, Murder Mayhem and Crime & Mystery this latest title crawls with the dark fingers of terror, the chilling sensation of another presence sitting alongside you while you read the tales of horror laid out before you. Contains a fabulous mix of classic and brand new writing, with authors from the US, Canada, and the UK. New, contemporary and notable writers featured are: E.E.W. Christman, Morgan Elektra, Damien Angelica Walters, Michaël Wertenberg, Lucy A. Snyder, Stephen Kotowych, Kay Chronister, Michelle Muenzler, G.L. McDorman, Cody Schroeder, Jason L. Kawa, Daniele Bonfanti, Desmond Warzel, Carolyn Charron, Trisha J. Wooldridge, Mariah Southworth, Oliver Smith, Matthew Gorman, and Angela Sylvaine. These appear alongside classic stories by authors like E.F. Benson, F. Marion Crawford, Elizabeth Gaskell, M.R. James, Bram Stoker and more.

Gothic Short Stories

Gothic Short Stories
Author: David Blair
Publisher: Wordsworth Editions
Total Pages: 252
Release: 2002
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 9781840224252

This collection contains works by such writers as Poe, Hawthorne, Gaskell, Dickens and M.R. James. It brings together stories from the earliest decades of Gothic writing with later 19th and early 20th century tales.

Classic Ghost Stories

Classic Ghost Stories
Author: Charles Dickens
Publisher:
Total Pages: 356
Release: 1975
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

This collection offers ghost stories that have long been considered classical: stories that have served as prototypes for other work, and stories that are in themselves uniquely great.