In a Glass Darkly (eBook)

Victorian Chills and Gothic Thrills: Unveiling the Dark Side of Human Nature

Sheridan Le Fanu (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2021
278 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
406-633809087-4 (EAN)

Infos

Sheridan Le Fanu's 'In a Glass Darkly' is a collection of five chilling Victorian-era mystery and horror stories that provide a unique look into the darker side of human nature. Le Fanu's intricate and atmospheric writing style, filled with gothic elements and psychological depth, sets the tone for this collection. Each story is carefully crafted to engage the reader with its suspenseful plot twists and haunting imagery, making it a classic of the genre. The interconnected narratives are presented as case studies found in the papers of Dr. Martin Hesselius, a fictional supernatural detective, adding a layer of depth to the storytelling. Le Fanu's work is a significant contribution to Gothic literature, influencing future writers in the genre with its emphasis on psychological horror and macabre storytelling. If you are a fan of classic horror and mystery fiction, 'In a Glass Darkly' is a must-read for its captivating storytelling and lasting impact on the genre.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 9.11.2021
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Klassiker / Moderne Klassiker
• Schlagworte: 19th century literature • Classic Literature • English Fantasy fiction • English fiction Short stories • english ghost stories • English Occult fiction • English Paranormal fiction • Fiction • Gothic fiction • Horror • Irish Literature • Paranormal Fiction • Sheridan Le Fanu • Short Stories • single author • Supernatural • Suspense • Victorian Literature