The Greatest Gothic Classics: Frankenstein, The Castle of Otranto, St. Irvyne, The Tell-Tale Heart, The Phantom Ship, The Beetle…

The Greatest Gothic Classics is an extraordinary collection that spans the macabre and the mysterious, weaving an intricate tapestry of terror and the supernatural. This anthology delves into the varied landscapes of human emotion, transporting readers into the shadowy realms of Gothic horror. From the spine-chilling atmospheres conjured by the likes of cloistered abbeys and decaying castles to unearthly apparitions haunting the minds of protagonists, the anthology captures the quintessential elements of the Gothic tradition. Each selection serves as a testament to the genre'Äôs enduring power, whether through feverish accounts of the grotesque or the haunting elegance of Romantic expressions. The contributors, luminaries of the Gothic genre, each lend their distinct voices to this collection, as they hail from the Romantic, Victorian, and Edwardian eras. These writers, with their profound influences on literature, contribute to the anthology'Äôs narrative richness. Bound by common threads of imagination and innovation, figures like Mary Shelley, Edgar Allan Poe, and Emily Bront√´ explore themes of human fallibility, existential dread, and the sublime. Their diverse cultural and literary backgrounds illuminate the genre'Äôs ability to transcend time and geographic boundaries, thus enhancing readers'Äô engagement with the enigmatic and unsettling. Readers seeking an immersive dive into the world of Gothic literature will find The Greatest Gothic Classics an indispensable companion. It is a curated journey through a multitude of perspectives and styles, each echoing the timeless allure of the Gothic. This collection invites both seasoned and neophyte readers to ponder over humanity's deepest fears and desires. Whether appreciated for its aesthetic richness or its psychological insights, the anthology offers a rare opportunity to explore the literary movements that have shaped the Gothic tradition, fostering a dialogue that endures in contemporary literary discourse.

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תורגם על ידי : C. J. Hogarth, Isabel F. Hapgood, Samuel Henley

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ספר דיגיטלי : 2 בדצמבר 2023