American Supernatural Tales
American Supernatural Tales

Author: S. T. Joshi

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2013-10-01

Total Pages: 513

ISBN-13: 1101662751

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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.

American Supernatural Tales
American Supernatural Tales

Author: S. T. Joshi

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2013-10-01

Total Pages: 513

ISBN-13: 0143122371

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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.

Spirits Dark and Light
Spirits Dark and Light

Author: Tim Tingle

Publisher: august house

Published: 2006

Total Pages: 204

ISBN-13: 9780874837780

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Presents a collection of tales that focus on the the balance between the spirit world and the natural world.

Hauntings
Hauntings

Author: Henry Mazzeo

Publisher:

Published: 1968

Total Pages: 328

ISBN-13:

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Seventeen short stories of ghosts and demons.

The Best Supernatural Tales of Arthur Conan Doyle
The Best Supernatural Tales of Arthur Conan Doyle

Author: A. C. Doyle

Publisher: Courier Corporation

Published: 2013-01-17

Total Pages: 338

ISBN-13: 0486143201

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How often have I said to you that when you have eliminated the impossible, whatever remains, however improbable, must be the truth. — Sherlock Holmes When Holmes wearied of mundane Victorian reality, he reached for the cocaine; his creator Doyle reached beyond reality, to the occult mystery world as real to him as a hansom cab—so real that it became part of his fiction. It is no surprise that in the year "A Study in Scarlet" appeared (1887), this versatile writer was reading seriously in spiritualism, attending séances, and had already written some of the thrilling tales in this book. The Best Supernatural Tales of Arthur Conan Doyle gathers together for the first time in an American edition the fifteen finest short stories in this genre by the master storyteller. Relative to his vast literary output, Doyle wrote comparatively few stories dealing specifically with spiritualism, Egyptian magic, psychometry, and other occult domains he knew so thoroughly — and these scattered stories, skeptically dismissed or simply buried beneath the mass of his detective, historical, sports, medical, and other pieces, have yet to receive their due as superior or typical examples of his narrative power. The polymath Doyle has recourse to many twilit borderline realms of the beyond in these stories which appeared in various periodicals from 1880 to 1921. "The Bully of Brocas Court" gives a new slant to the Victorian ghost story in one of Doyle's favorite settings, the world of boxing. "The Captain of the Polestar" recalls the weird northern backdrop of the author's whaling adventures; "The Brown Hand" deals in body-soul bondage with a touch of the East. Two hackle-raising histories, "Lot No. 249" and "The Ring of Thoth," depend on the riddle of Egyptian mummy lore; "The Leather Funnel" and "The Silver Hatchet" involve psychometry, a material object's retention of an aura or memory of its past, which a sensitive being can "replay" through dreams. And then there is "J. Habakuk Jephson's Statement," Doyle's speculative solution to the Marie Celeste conundrum, which was vehemently denounced when published (anonymously) because it seemed so true and so terrible. Doyle readers, students of the occult, and anyone who loves an imaginative tale will wish to experience, through these obscure, rarely reprinted stories, what was personally so close to their author.

HALLOWEEN Ultimate Collection: 200+ Mysteries, Horror Classics & Supernatural Tales
HALLOWEEN Ultimate Collection: 200+ Mysteries, Horror Classics & Supernatural Tales

Author: Wilhelm Hauff

Publisher: Good Press

Published: 2023-11-19

Total Pages: 6252

ISBN-13:

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HALLOWEEN Ultimate Collection: 200+ Mysteries, Horror Classics & Supernatural Tales stands as a monumental anthology, capturing the essence of mystery, horror, and the supernatural across centuries of literary tradition. This collection showcases an impressive diversity in storytelling, encompassing everything from the gothic and grotesque to tales of psychological terror and cosmic horror. Through the carefully curated selection, readers will encounter landmark works that have defined and redefined genres, making this anthology a critical resource for understanding the evolution and breadth of horror and mystery literature. The inclusion of stories by pioneers such as Edgar Allan Poe and Mary Shelley alongside lesser-known gems offers a rich tapestry of the macabre and the eerie, ensuring a varied and engaging experience for all who dare to delve into its pages. The anthology brings together a formidable array of authors, each contributing their unique voice and perspective to the overarching themes of horror and the supernatural. From the Victorian anxieties and moral allegories of writers like Charles Dickens and Bram Stoker to the existential and cosmic dread explored by H.P. Lovecraft and Ambrose Bierce, the collection is a testament to the genres adaptability and enduring appeal. Situating these works in their historical and cultural contexts enriches the reader's experience, allowing for a deeper understanding of the narratives as reflections of their time. This comprehensive assembly of authors not only celebrates the genre's illustrious past but also its capacity to continually challenge and captivate the imagination. Recommending HALLOWEEN Ultimate Collection is an invitation to experience the full spectrum of fear, curiosity, and awe that supernatural tales provoke. It presents a unique opportunity to engage with the works of master storytellers, their craft honed to perfection across the pages of this anthology. For scholars, aficionados, and new readers alike, this collection promises an unparalleled journey into the heart of darkness and wonder, solidifying its place as an essential compendium for anyone fascinated by the shadows that lurk in literature and beyond. This volume not only entertains but educates, making it a must-have for those eager to explore the depths of human imagination through the lens of the mysterious and the supernatural.

The Chronicles of Supernatural Tales: Southern Horrors, Canterville Ghosts and Ghostly Whispers (Southern Horrors: Lynch Law in All Its Phases by Ida B. Wells-Barnett/ The Canterville Ghost by Oscar Wilde/ Ghosts by Henrik Ibsen)
The Chronicles of Supernatural Tales: Southern Horrors, Canterville Ghosts and Ghostly Whispers (Southern Horrors: Lynch Law in All Its Phases by Ida B. Wells-Barnett/ The Canterville Ghost by Oscar Wilde/ Ghosts by Henrik Ibsen)

Author: Ida B. Wells-Barnett;;

Publisher: Prabhat Prakashan

Published: 2024-06-15

Total Pages: 146

ISBN-13:

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Book 1: Confront the dark realities of racial injustice with “Southern Horrors: Lynch Law in All Its Phases by Ida B. Wells-Barnett.” Ida B. Wells-Barnett, a pioneering journalist and civil rights activist, investigates and exposes the brutality of lynching in the American South. Through meticulous research and fearless advocacy, Wells-Barnett sheds light on the atrocities committed against Black individuals, challenging the prevailing narratives of her time. Book 2: Embark on a whimsical and humorous ghostly tale with “The Canterville Ghost by Oscar Wilde.” Oscar Wilde's novella follows the misadventures of Sir Simon, a ghost haunting Canterville Chase, and the American family that moves in, unimpressed by his supernatural antics. Filled with Wilde's trademark wit and satire, this ghost story transcends the genre, offering a delightful blend of humor and charm. Book 3: Confront the ghosts of the past in “Ghosts by Henrik Ibsen.” Henrik Ibsen, a master of psychological drama, presents a play that explores the consequences of hidden secrets and societal expectations. As the characters grapple with their haunting past, Ibsen's work delves into the complexities of morality and the impact of societal norms on individuals.