Macabre & Mystery Classics - Ultimate Collection

Macabre & Mystery Classics - Ultimate Collection

by Edgar Allan PoeAmbrose Bierce Arthur Machen and others
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Publication Date: 05/05/2017

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The 'Macabre & Mystery Classics - Ultimate Collection' serves as a monumental anthology, weaving together the intricate tales of dread and the enigmatic from the quills of H. P. Lovecraft, Edgar Allan Poe, Ambrose Bierce, and Arthur Machen. These stories, varied in their expression of horror and mystery, capture the essence of early supernatural and psychological literature, pioneering what has now become foundational within the genre. From Lovecraft's cosmic horror to Poe's psychological depth, each piece stands as a reflection of the unsettled human spirit, exploring themes of existence, fear, and the unknown. The anthology not only brings together a range of narrative styles but also presents a historical tableau of 19th and early 20th-century literature. The contributing authors, each a master of dark narratives, bring a rich backdrop of cultural and philosophical ideas to the collection. Their stories, deeply embedded in the Gothic tradition and the emerging American literary landscape, collectively explore the darker aspects of human nature and the societal shifts of their times. This convergence of backgrounds and shared thematic pursuits enriches the anthology, offering readers profound insights into the evolution of genre fiction. 'Macabre & Mystery Classics - Ultimate Collection' is indispensable for those who aspire to grasp the breadth and depth of gothic and mystery literature. It invites readers to traverse the dark corridors of the human psyche through its compilation of seminal works. Delving into this collection promises not only a literary journey through the shadows but also an educational venture that illuminates the enduring relevance of these narratives in understanding contemporary fears and fascinations.

ISBN:
9788075831644
9788075831644
Category:
Short stories
Format:
Epub (Kobo), Epub (Adobe)
Publication Date:
05-05-2017
Language:
English
Publisher:
Musaicum Books
Edgar Allan Poe

Edgar Allan Poe (1809-1849) is one of America's greatest and best-loved writers.

Known as the father of the detective story, Poe is perhaps most famous for his short stories particularly his shrewd mysteries and chilling, often grotesque tales of horror he was also an extremely accomplished poet and a tough literary critic.

Poe's life was not far removed from the drama of his fiction. Orphaned at a young age, he was raised by a foster family. As a young man, he developed problems with gambling, debts, and alcohol, and was even dismissed from the army.

His love life was marked by tragedy and heartbreak. Despite these difficulties, Poe produced many works now considered essential to the American literary canon.

Ambrose Bierce

A veteran of the American Civil War who fought at Shiloh and Chickamauga in the Union ranks, Bierce became one of America's best-known writers and journalists, admired for his insolent, entertaining and sometimes courageous columns.

In 1913 he set off for Mexico, then in the throes of revolution, and was never seen again. Ralph Steadman is the author of many illustrated books including Sigmund Freud, I Leonardo, The Big I Am, The Scar-Strangled Banner, Alice and Animal Farm. His most recent publication is the novel, Doodaaa.

Arthur Machen

Arthur Machen (Arthur Llewelyn Jones), a Welsh author of supernatural, fantasy, and horror fiction, was born on March 3, 1863. He grew up in Caerleon, Monmouthshire, and attended boarding school at Hereford Cathedral School.

He moved to London in 1881 and worked as a journalist, children's tutor, and publisher's clerk, finding time to write at night. By 1894, Machen had his first major success.

The Great God Pan was published by John Lane, and despite widespread criticism for its sexual and horrific content, it sold well and went into a second edition.

In the 1920s Machen's work became immensely popular in the United States, but Machen experienced increasing poverty; he was saved in 1931 by receiving a Civil List pension from the British government. Arthur Machen died on March 30, 1947.

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