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Tingling Treats for Halloween: Detective Yarns, Supernatural Mysteries & Ghost Stories
Fitz-James O'Brien, Margaret Oliphant, Anton Chekhov, et al.
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Belletristik / Horror
Beschreibung
Tingling Treats for Halloween: Detective Yarns, Supernatural Mysteries & Ghost Stories is a curated anthology that spans the spectrum of the eerie, the mysterious, and the downright terrifying. This collection melds a variety of literary styles, from the gothic sensibilities of Edgar Allan Poe to the detective acumen of Arthur Conan Doyle, creating a tapestry rich in thematic diversity and narrative complexity. The works selected underscore the profound influence of the supernatural and the unexplained on the human psyche, offering readers standout pieces that each, in their unique way, probe the darkness lurking at the edges of reality. The contributing authors and editors of this anthology are luminaries of their era, drawing from a period where the melding of the supernatural with the detective genre was in fervent bloom. From the haunted landscapes of Nathaniel Hawthorne to the methodical reasoning of Conan Doyle's creations, these authors collectively embody the transitions and contradictions of their time—bridging the rational with the supernatural. Their backgrounds, eclectic and storied, span continents and epochs, providing a window into the cultural interplay that underpins these genres, from Victorian England's fog-laden streets to the rugged, uncharted territories of Jack London's America. Inviting readers into a world where the unexplained reigns supreme, Tingling Treats for Halloween is an essential anthology that offers an unprecedented opportunity to engage with the masters of mystery and the supernatural. This collection serves not merely as entertainment but as a conduit for exploring the broader themes of fear, curiosity, and the unknown. Its educational value, combined with its breadth of insights and the nuanced dialogue it fosters amongst the different authors' works, makes it a compelling read for anyone intrigued by the shadows that dance at the periphery of human understanding.
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Mark Twain curated literature, Ghost story compendium, Supernatural detective stories, 19th century gothic fiction, Literary horror classics, Victorian era ghost narratives, Historical mystery tales, Halloween themed anthologies, Classic horror collection, Eerie supernatural mysteries