70 Occult Horror Tales

70 Occult Horror Tales

by M. R. James and Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu
Epub (Kobo), Epub (Adobe)
Publication Date: 26/09/2022

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70 Occult Horror Tales invites readers into a macabre world where the supernatural and the mysterious lie at the heart of literary expression. This anthology, a sweeping collection of spine-chilling stories, embodies the theme of the unknown that has fascinated readers for centuries. Some tales evoke the texture of a bygone era, conjuring the eerie atmosphere of hidden terrors, while others explore the subtle art of psychological horror. These curated pieces exemplify the diversity within the horror genre, featuring stories that range from Gothic to psychological, and from purely supernatural to deeply existential. The esteemed Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu and M. R. James, both celebrated for their masterful contributions to Gothic and supernatural fiction, lend their expertise to this collection. Their work is complemented by the inclusion of other like-minded literary figures who came together to form a collective voice that traverses generations. Engaging with the rich tapestry of nineteenth and early twentieth-century horror traditions, the anthology delves into the anxieties and fascinations of these periods, providing a spectrum of narratives that illuminate fears both timeless and culturally specific. This anthology offers readers a rare opportunity to explore a rich variety of interpretations of the occult, drawing from the expertise of influential authors. With its diverse assortment of tales, this volume is an essential compendium for those seeking to grasp the complexity and breadth of horror fiction. Scholars, students, and enthusiasts alike will find these works provoke reflection and discussion, fostering a dialogue that transcends the individual stories to celebrate a collective fear and fascination with the unknown. Dive into 70 Occult Horror Tales to appreciate its educational breadth and relish its compelling diversity of literary horrors.

ISBN:
9788028226213
9788028226213
Category:
Romance
Format:
Epub (Kobo), Epub (Adobe)
Publication Date:
26-09-2022
Language:
English
Publisher:
Sharp Ink
M. R. James

Montague Rhodes James was born on 1 August 1862 near Bury St Edmunds, though he spent long periods of his later life in Suffolk, which provided the setting for many of his ghost stories. He studied at Eton and Kings College, Cambridge, where he was eventually elected Fellow, and then made Provost in 1905. In 1918 he became Provost of Eton.

He was a renowed medievalist and biblical scholar, and published works on palaeography, antiquarianism, bibliography and history, guides to Suffolk and Norfolk, as well as editing a collection of ghost stories by Sheridan Le Fanu.

However, he remains best known for his own ghost stories, which were published in several collections including Ghost Stories of an Antiquary (1904), A Thin Ghost and Other Stories (1919), A Warning to the Curious (1925) and a collected edition in 1931. M. R. James never married and died on 12 June 1936.

Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu

Sheridan Le Fanu (1814-1873) was an Irish writer of gothic tales, mystery novels and ghost stories, most famous for his novel Uncle Silas. Carmilla was first published in 1872 and has served as an inspiration countless books, from Bram Stoker's Dracula and Henry James' The Turn of the Screw to Anne Rice's Vampire Chronicles, and a slew of films such as Hammer Horror's Karnstein Trilogy.

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