The King in Yellow (eBook)

Weird & Supernatural Tales

Robert W. Chambers (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2023
175 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
859-654777647-5 (EAN)

Infos

Robert W. Chambers' 'The King in Yellow' is a collection of short stories that intertwine horror, drama, and psychological thriller themes. Chambers brilliantly incorporates the element of the mysterious and eerie 'King in Yellow' play, which drives the characters to madness in a dark and foreboding world. The book's literary style is reminiscent of Gothic literature with a modern twist, making it a unique and engaging read that delves into the human psyche. 'The King in Yellow' is often seen as a precursor to the cosmic horror genre, influencing authors such as H.P. Lovecraft. Chambers' ability to blend horror with psychological tension creates a captivating and haunting atmosphere that lingers with the reader long after the book is finished.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 13.12.2023
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Historische Romane
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Krimi / Thriller / Horror ► Horror
• Schlagworte: 19th century literature • All that remains • Burying the Honeysuckle Girls • Classic Literature • cosmic horror • Crooked River • Dracula • Fantasy Literature • Fatemarked • Frankenstein • horror stories • Right of Retribution • Robert W. Chambers • Short Stories • Stephen King • Supernatural Fiction • Symbolism • The Praying Mantis Bride • Ticktock • Weird Fiction