Return to the House of Usher
Return to the House of Usher

Author: Robert Poe

Publisher: Tor Books

Published: 1997-10-15

Total Pages: 288

ISBN-13: 9780812549317

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John Charles Poe, a small-town reporter in Crowley, Virginia, drinks a lot of bourbon and works because he doesn't have to. The heir to the family fortune, he has just received the most unusual part of the Poe legacy-the casket. The three-foot-long wooden box contains the notes and personal papers of the Poe men dating back to the eerie and mysterious Edgar Allen. It is passed on to every male Poe on his thirtieth birthday. John Charles has sworn not to divulge its secrets, but a call from his oldest friend, Roderick Usher, on the verge of a breakdown, may justify a broken oath.

What Moves the Dead
What Moves the Dead

Author: T. Kingfisher

Publisher: Tor Nightfire

Published: 2022-07-12

Total Pages: 117

ISBN-13: 1250830788

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An Instant USA Today & Indie Bestseller A Barnes & Noble Book of the Year Finalist A Goodreads Best Horror Choice Award Nominee A gripping and atmospheric reimagining of Edgar Allan Poe’s “The Fall of the House of Usher” from Hugo, Locus, & Nebula award-winning author T. Kingfisher *A very special hardcover edition, featuring foil stamp on the casing and custom endpapers illustrated by the author.* When Alex Easton, a retired soldier, receives word that their childhood friend Madeline Usher is dying, they race to the ancestral home of the Ushers in the remote countryside of Ruritania. What they find there is a nightmare of fungal growths and possessed wildlife, surrounding a dark, pulsing lake. Madeline sleepwalks and speaks in strange voices at night, and her brother Roderick is consumed with a mysterious malady of the nerves. Aided by a redoubtable British mycologist and a baffled American doctor, Alex must unravel the secret of the House of Usher before it consumes them all. Also by T. Kingfisher What Feasts at Night A House with Good Bones Nettle & Bone Thornhedge A Sorceress Comes to Call At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.

Usher's Passing
Usher's Passing

Author: Robert McCammon

Publisher: Open Road Media

Published: 2011-10-18

Total Pages: 629

ISBN-13: 145323151X

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Poe’s classic tale lives on in this gothic novel of ancestral madness in the mountains of modern-day North Carolina, from a New York Times–bestselling author. Ever since Edgar Allan Poe looted a family’s ignoble secret history for his classic story “The Fall of the House of Usher,” living in the shadow of that sick dynasty has been an inescapable scourge for generations of Usher descendants. But not for horror novelist Rix Usher. Years ago, he fled the isolated family estate of Usherland in the menacing North Carolina hills to pursue his writing career. He promised never to return. But his father’s impending death has brought Rix back home to assume the role of Usher patriarch—and face his worst fears. His arrival forces him to confront a devious and impassive family and his vulnerable sister’s slow descent into insanity. Stirring memories of the grim folktales born out of the surrounding Briartop Mountains and the terrifying legends of missing children, Rix knows that in the dark, twisted corridors of Usherland, that dreadful something he saw as a young boy is still there. It’s waiting for him, as decayed and undying as the Usher heritage, and more depraved than anything Poe could have imagined. This eerie novel by the Bram Stoker Award–winning author of Swan Song and Boy’s Life is “a frightening pleasure” and a worthy tribute to the master who inspired it (St. Louis Post-Dispatch).

The Fall Of The House Of Usher
The Fall Of The House Of Usher

Author: Edgar Allan Poe

Publisher: Prabhat Prakashan

Published: 2024-10-21

Total Pages: 24

ISBN-13:

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Immerse yourself in the haunting world of Edgar Allan Poe with his gothic masterpiece, "The Fall of the House of Usher." This chilling tale of despair and madness invites readers into a crumbling mansion where the boundaries between reality and the supernatural blur, leaving an indelible mark on the soul. As Poe unveils the tragic story of Roderick Usher and his sister Madeline, you’ll experience the psychological torment and eerie atmosphere that defines this classic. The narrative masterfully explores themes of isolation, fear, and the inexorable grip of fate.But here’s a question to ponder: What drives a family to the brink of destruction, and how does the weight of the past shape our present? Poe’s eerie storytelling prompts you to confront the shadows lurking within the human psyche. Delight in the rich, atmospheric language that paints vivid images of decay and despair. Each word is meticulously crafted, pulling you deeper into the Usher family's tragic plight and the mysteries that surround them. Are you prepared to confront the haunting truths within "The Fall of the House of Usher"?Engage with a narrative that not only captivates but also chills to the bone. This tale is an invitation to explore the darker aspects of the human experience. This is your chance to delve into the depths of Poe’s genius. Will you dare to uncover the secrets that lie within the walls of the House of Usher?Don’t miss the opportunity to experience this literary classic. Purchase "The Fall of the House of Usher" now, and let the chilling tale sweep you into a world of gothic intrigue!

The Fall of the House of Usher and Other Writings
The Fall of the House of Usher and Other Writings

Author: Edgar Allan Poe

Publisher: Penguin UK

Published: 2003-03-27

Total Pages: 560

ISBN-13: 0141907266

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This selection of Poe's critical writings, short fiction and poetry demonstrates an intense interest in aesthetic issues and the astonishing power and imagination with which he probed the darkest corners of the human mind. The Fall of the House of Usher describes the final hours of a family tormented by tragedy and the legacy of the past. In the Tell Tale Heart, a murderer's insane delusions threaten to betray him, while stories such as The Pit and the Pendulum and the Cask of Amontillado explore extreme states of decadence, fear and hate.

The Fall
The Fall

Author: Bethany Griffin

Publisher: Harper Collins

Published: 2014-10-07

Total Pages: 262

ISBN-13: 0062107879

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Madeline Usher has been buried alive. The doomed heroine comes to the fore in this eerie reimagining of Edgar Allan Poe's classic short story "The Fall of the House of Usher." Gothic, moody, and suspenseful from beginning to end, The Fall is literary horror for fans of Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children and Asylum. Madeline awakes in a coffin. And she was put there by her own twin brother. But how did it come to this? In short, non-chronological chapters, Bethany Griffin masterfully spins a haunting and powerful tale of this tragic heroine and the curse on the Usher family. The house itself is alive, and it will never let Madeline escape, driving her to madness just as it has all of her ancestors. But she won't let it have her brother, Roderick. She'll do everything in her power to save him—and try to save herself—even if it means bringing the house down around them. With a sinister, gothic atmosphere and relentless tension to rival Poe himself, Bethany Griffin creates a house of horrors and introduces a whole new point of view on a timeless classic. Kirkus Reviews praised it in a starred review as "A standout take on the classic haunted-house tale replete with surprises around every shadowy corner."

Free
Free

Author: Sam Usher

Publisher: Candlewick Press

Published: 2021-04-20

Total Pages: 41

ISBN-13: 1536217042

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A little boy and his grandfather nurse a sick bird back to health, and the little bird and boy grow close, but the grandfather knows it must return to its natural habitat in the wild, where it can spread its wings and be free.

The Martian Chronicles
The Martian Chronicles

Author: Ray Bradbury

Publisher: Simon and Schuster

Published: 2012-04-17

Total Pages: 256

ISBN-13: 1451678193

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The tranquility of Mars is disrupted by humans who want to conquer space, colonize the planet, and escape a doomed Earth.

100 Drives, 5,000 Ideas
100 Drives, 5,000 Ideas

Author: Joe Yogerst

Publisher:

Published: 2020

Total Pages: 308

ISBN-13: 1426220901

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From a vineyard route through Northwest wine country to a winter wonderland on Alberta's Icefields Parkway, this informative travel guide offers epic sights, good bites, and pure fun. Pack your car and hit the road to experience 100 drives--both classic and off the beaten track--across the United States and Canada. You'll find innovative itineraries outlining your route, along with when to go and what to see and do along the way.