STRANGE STRANGE THINGS: 550+ Supernatural Mysteries, Macabre & Horror Classics

• Author(s): Wilhelm Hauff, Charles Dickens, Mark Twain, Harriet Beecher Stowe, Adelbert von Chamisso, Oscar Wilde, Robert Louis Stevenson, Edgar Allan Poe, William Hope Hodgson, Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu, John Buchan, Louis Tracy, Bram Stoker, Anatole France, Charlotte Brontë, Emily Brontë, Jack London, Henry James, Théophile Gautier, Arthur Conan Doyle, Richard Le Gallienne, Jane Austen, Algernon Blackwood, Ralph Adams Cram, Thomas De Quincey, John Meade Falkner, Guy de Maupassant, Thomas Hardy, William Archer, Daniel Defoe, John Kendrick Bangs, Cleveland Moffett, Brander Matthews, Marie Belloc Lowndes, Sax Rohmer, Horace Walpole, Rudyard Kipling, Lafcadio Hearn, Ambrose Bierce, Frederick Marryat, Ellis Parker Butler, Washington Irving, Leonid Andreyev, David Lindsay, Nathaniel Hawthorne, Grant Allen, Arthur Machen, Wilkie Collins, William Makepeace Thackeray, Thomas Peckett Prest, James Malcolm Rymer, Fergus Hume, Edward Bellamy, Walter Hubbell, S. Mukerji, Charlotte Perkins Gilman, Leopold Kompert, Richard Marsh, Florence Marryat, Catherine Crowe, Marjorie Bowen, John William Polidori, Vincent O'Sullivan, H. G. Wells, Robert W. Chambers, W. W. Jacobs, M. P. Shiel, E. F. Benson, Jerome K. Jerome, M. R. James, E. T. A. Hoffmann, George W. M. Reynolds, H. P. Lovecraft, Robert E. Howard, Edith Nesbit, Sabine Baring-Gould, William Thomas Beckford, Francis Marion Crawford, Mary Elizabeth Braddon, Mary Louisa Molesworth, Mary E. Wilkins Freeman, Nikolai Gogol, Mary Shelley, Elizabeth Gaskell, Gertrude Atherton, Edward Bulwer-Lytton, Frank R. Stockton, A. T. Quiller-Couch, Olivia Howard Dunbar, Ann Radcliffe, Louisa M. Alcott, Amelia B. Edwards, Leonard Kip, Matthew Gregory Lewis, Fitz-James O'Brien, Katherine Rickford, Bithia Mary Croker, Catherine L. Pirkis, Émile Erckmann, Alexandre Chatrian, Pedro De Alarçon, J. K. Huysmans, H. H. Munro (Saki), Pliny the Younger, Helena Blavatsky, Villiers de l'Isle Adam, William F. Harvey, Fiona Macleod, William T. Stead, Gambier Bolton, Andrew Jackson Davis, Nizida, Walter F. Prince, Chester Bailey Fernando,
• Publisher: DigiCat
• Pages: 22431
• OTHER: EAN:8596547755043
  
• Language: en
• Categories: Fiction / Horror , Fiction / Fantasy / Collections & Anthologies ,

Description:... STRANGE STRANGE THINGS: 550+ Supernatural Mysteries, Macabre & Horror Classics is a colossal anthology that spans a vast array of literary styles, from the traditional gothic horror to psychological thrillers and mystic fantasies. This collection encapsulates the evolution of the supernatural and horror genres, showcasing the diversity and literary prowess of some of the most influential authors in the field. It includes a range of standout pieces that delve into the depths of human fear, societal taboos, and the unknown, reflecting the cultural and historical contexts from which they emerge. The anthology not only pays homage to the classics but also brings to light lesser-known gems, making it a crucial compilation for enthusiasts and scholars alike. The contributing authors and editors of STRANGE STRANGE THINGS are a veritable who's who of the literary world, each bringing their unique voice and perspective to the anthology. From the haunting eloquence of Edgar Allan Poe to the stark realism of Henry James, and the pioneering narratives of Mary Shelley and Bram Stoker, the collection is a testament to the enduring appeal and literary significance of the supernatural theme. These authors, hailing from diverse cultural and historical backgrounds, collectively contribute to a rich tapestry that explores the multifaceted nature of fear and fascination with the supernatural, aligning with various literary movements and reflecting the societal anxieties of their times. This anthology is recommended for anyone with a keen interest in exploring the depths of the human psyche through the lens of the supernatural. STRANGE STRANGE THINGS offers readers an unparalleled opportunity to engage with a multiplicity of perspectives, styles, and themes, providing a comprehensive education in the horror and supernatural genres. It is an essential addition to the libraries of both seasoned aficionados of the macabre and newcomers alike, promising hours of engrossing reading and a deeper appreciation for the art of storytelling in its most chilling forms.