In Ghostly Japan (Collected Horror Tales) (eBook)

Lafcadio Hearn (Autor)

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2021
110 Seiten
Musaicum Books (Verlag)
406-406638066-3 (EAN)

Infos

In 'In Ghostly Japan (Collected Horror Tales)' Lafcadio Hearn delves into the eerie and mysterious world of Japanese ghost stories, showcasing a unique blend of folklore, superstition, and supernatural occurrences. Through his captivating storytelling, Hearn creates a chilling atmosphere that transports readers to a realm where vengeful spirits and otherworldly entities lurk in the shadows. The eerie tales are written in a prose that is both elegant and haunting, drawing parallels to traditional Japanese literature while offering a fresh perspective on the horror genre. Hearn's deep understanding of Japanese culture and folklore shines through in each story, enriching the narrative with cultural nuances and historical context. 'In Ghostly Japan' is a must-read for fans of horror fiction and Japanese folklore, offering a gripping and culturally immersive experience that will leave readers captivated by the supernatural realm of Japan.

Autor

Lafcadio Hearn (1850-1904) was a Japanese writer of Greek-Irish descent. He is best remembered for his books about Japanese culture, especially his collections of legends and ghost stories, such as Kwaidan: Stories and Studies of Strange Things.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 7.5.2021
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Krimi / Thriller / Horror ► Horror
• Schlagworte: Bushido • Cultural analysis • Fifty Words for Rain • Ghost Stories • Gone to Soldiers • haunted japan • Japanese Folklore • japanese proverbs • Musashi • Mysterious Tengu • pachinko • Philosophical Tales • shōgun • Spiritual Musing • spooky tales • Supernatural Japan • The Amulet • The Girls of Pearl Harbor • The Poppy War • Twilight of the Gods