The Contest of the Singers (Fantasy and Horror Classics)

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Publisher : Read Books Ltd
ISBN 13 : 1473377447
Total Pages : 89 pages
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Download or read book The Contest of the Singers (Fantasy and Horror Classics) written by E. T. A. Hoffmann and published by Read Books Ltd. This book was released on 2015-10-20 with total page 89 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This early work by E. T. A. Hoffmann was originally published in 1818. Born in Königsberg, East Prussia in 1776, Hoffmann's family were all jurists, and during his youth he was initially encouraged to pursue a career in law. However, in his late teens Hoffman became increasingly interested in literature and philosophy, and spent much of his time reading German classicists and attending lectures by, amongst others, Immanuel Kant. Hoffman went on to produce a great range of both literary and musical works. Probably Hoffman's most well-known story, produced in 1816, is 'The Nutcracker and the Mouse King', due to the fact that – some seventy-six years later - it inspired Tchaikovsky's ballet The Nutcracker. In the same vein, his story 'The Sandman' provided both the inspiration for Léo Delibes's ballet Coppélia, and the basis for a highly influential essay by Sigmund Freud, called 'The Uncanny'. (Indeed, Freud referred to Hoffman as the "unrivalled master of the uncanny in literature.") Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900's and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions.

The Challenge from Beyond

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ISBN 13 : 9780940884274
Total Pages : 28 pages
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Old and New Church Music (Fantasy and Horror Classics)

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ISBN 13 : 1473377307
Total Pages : 28 pages
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Book Synopsis Old and New Church Music (Fantasy and Horror Classics) by : E. T. A. Hoffmann

Download or read book Old and New Church Music (Fantasy and Horror Classics) written by E. T. A. Hoffmann and published by Read Books Ltd. This book was released on 2015-10-20 with total page 28 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This early work by E. T. A. Hoffmann was originally published in 1814. Born in Königsberg, East Prussia in 1776, Hoffmann's family were all jurists, and during his youth he was initially encouraged to pursue a career in law. However, in his late teens Hoffman became increasingly interested in literature and philosophy, and spent much of his time reading German classicists and attending lectures by, amongst others, Immanuel Kant. Hoffman went on to produce a great range of both literary and musical works. Probably Hoffman's most well-known story, produced in 1816, is 'The Nutcracker and the Mouse King', due to the fact that – some seventy-six years later - it inspired Tchaikovsky's ballet The Nutcracker. In the same vein, his story 'The Sandman' provided both the inspiration for Léo Delibes's ballet Coppélia, and the basis for a highly influential essay by Sigmund Freud, called 'The Uncanny'. (Indeed, Freud referred to Hoffman as the "unrivalled master of the uncanny in literature.") Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900's and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions.

Music When Soft Voices Die (Fantasy and Horror Classics)

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ISBN 13 : 1447499689
Total Pages : 30 pages
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Download or read book Music When Soft Voices Die (Fantasy and Horror Classics) written by John Keir Cross and published by Read Books Ltd. This book was released on 2013-04-16 with total page 30 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: John Keir Cross was a popular mystery author of the mid-20th century. Originally published in The Other Passenger: Eighteen Strange Stories, 'Music When Soft Voices Die' is one of his best-regarded tales. Many of the earliest occult stories, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.

The Uncanny Guest (Fantasy and Horror Classics)

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ISBN 13 : 1473377404
Total Pages : 72 pages
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Book Synopsis The Uncanny Guest (Fantasy and Horror Classics) by : E. T. A. Hoffmann

Download or read book The Uncanny Guest (Fantasy and Horror Classics) written by E. T. A. Hoffmann and published by Read Books Ltd. This book was released on 2015-10-21 with total page 72 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This early work by E. T. A. Hoffmann was originally published in 1819. Born in Königsberg, East Prussia in 1776, Hoffmann's family were all jurists, and during his youth he was initially encouraged to pursue a career in law. However, in his late teens Hoffman became increasingly interested in literature and philosophy, and spent much of his time reading German classicists and attending lectures by, amongst others, Immanuel Kant. Hoffman went on to produce a great range of both literary and musical works. Probably Hoffman's most well-known story, produced in 1816, is 'The Nutcracker and the Mouse King', due to the fact that - some seventy-six years later - it inspired Tchaikovsky's ballet The Nutcracker. In the same vein, his story 'The Sandman' provided both the inspiration for Léo Delibes's ballet Coppélia, and the basis for a highly influential essay by Sigmund Freud, called 'The Uncanny'. (Indeed, Freud referred to Hoffman as the "unrivalled master of the uncanny in literature.") Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900's and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions.

Five Classic Horror Stories - Frankenstein, The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll & Mr. Hyde, The Were-wolf, Dracula, & The Phantom of the Opera

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ISBN 13 : 1473347270
Total Pages : 711 pages
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Download or read book Five Classic Horror Stories - Frankenstein, The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll & Mr. Hyde, The Were-wolf, Dracula, & The Phantom of the Opera written by Various and published by Read Books Ltd. This book was released on 2016-12-19 with total page 711 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Five Classic Horror Stories is a collection of the most chilling and influential horror stories ever written, including tales by Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley and Robert Louis Stevenson. These five ghastly tales are sure to make your hair stand on end. Read Victor Frankenstein’s story as the young scientist pillages graveyards for body parts to fulfil his macabre desire to create life. Discover Dr Jekyll’s wicked monster, Mr Hyde, who evolves from a horrific experiment destroying the balance between good and evil. Meet a strange young woman who appears to be unafraid of anything. Reveal quietly monstrous incidents and curious circumstances in Transylvania. Immerse yourself in a Parisian opera house where a malevolent phantom haunts the stage. The contents of this volume include: - Frankenstein or The Modern Prometheus (1818) by Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley - The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll & Mr. Hyde (1886) by Robert Louis Stevenson - The Were-Wolf (1896) by Clemence Housman - Dracula (1897) by Bram Stoker - The Phantom of the Opera (1909) by Gaston Leroux Featuring psychological thrillers, supernatural interventions, and classic gothic horror, this volume is a gripping read and highly recommended for lovers of horror fiction but not for the faint of heart. Fantasy and Horror Classics is proud to be publishing this fantastic collection.

The Year's Best Fantasy and Horror 2008

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Publisher : Macmillan
ISBN 13 : 9780312380489
Total Pages : 580 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (84 download)

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Book Synopsis The Year's Best Fantasy and Horror 2008 by : Kelly Link

Download or read book The Year's Best Fantasy and Horror 2008 written by Kelly Link and published by Macmillan. This book was released on 2008-09-30 with total page 580 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Collects fantasy, horror, fairy tales, and gothic stories chosen from the past year, including works by Ursula K. LeGuin, Neil Gaiman, and Bill Lewis.

Edgar Allan Poe's Tales of Horror - A Collection of Short Stories (Fantasy and Horror Classics)

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Publisher : Read Books Ltd
ISBN 13 : 1473377757
Total Pages : 178 pages
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Book Synopsis Edgar Allan Poe's Tales of Horror - A Collection of Short Stories (Fantasy and Horror Classics) by : Edgar Allan Poe

Download or read book Edgar Allan Poe's Tales of Horror - A Collection of Short Stories (Fantasy and Horror Classics) written by Edgar Allan Poe and published by Read Books Ltd. This book was released on 2015-10-21 with total page 178 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A collection of short stories horrifying enough to make your skin crawl, Edgar Allan Poe’s chilling tales are not for the faint of heart. Delve into gothic worlds with Poe’s most famous works, including ‘The Fall of the House of Usher’. Most famous for his stories of mystery and horror, Edgar Allan Poe was one of the first American short story writers, and he is widely considered to be the inventor of the detective fiction genre. Those who wish to be absorbed in dark tales and gruesome themes need look no further than this collection of thrilling tales. The stories featured in this volume include: - The Fall of the House of Usher - The Facts in the Case of M. Valdemar - Hop-Frog - The Black Cat - The Cask of Amontillado - Some Words with a Mummy - The Masque of the Red Death - The Pit and the Pendulum - The Premature Burial

A Complete Horror Book - Including Haunting, Horror, Diabolism, Witchcraft, and Evil Lore (Fantasy and Horror Classics)

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Publisher : Read Books Ltd
ISBN 13 : 1447480627
Total Pages : 624 pages
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Book Synopsis A Complete Horror Book - Including Haunting, Horror, Diabolism, Witchcraft, and Evil Lore (Fantasy and Horror Classics) by : Various Authors

Download or read book A Complete Horror Book - Including Haunting, Horror, Diabolism, Witchcraft, and Evil Lore (Fantasy and Horror Classics) written by Various Authors and published by Read Books Ltd. This book was released on 2013-04-16 with total page 624 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An eclectic and fascinating collection of horror stories, including tales of hauntings, devil worship, witchcraft and ancient evil. Featuring such classic authors as J. Sheridan le Fanu, Bram Stoker, Charles Dickens, Evelyn Nesbit and many more.

RKO Radio Pictures Horror, Science Fiction and Fantasy Films, 1929–1956

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Publisher : McFarland
ISBN 13 : 1476616833
Total Pages : 408 pages
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Book Synopsis RKO Radio Pictures Horror, Science Fiction and Fantasy Films, 1929–1956 by : Michael R. Pitts

Download or read book RKO Radio Pictures Horror, Science Fiction and Fantasy Films, 1929–1956 written by Michael R. Pitts and published by McFarland. This book was released on 2015-03-27 with total page 408 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: King Kong and The Thing from Another World are among the most popular horror and science fiction films of all time and both were made by RKO Radio Pictures. Between 1929 and 1956, RKO released more than 140 genre features, including The Most Dangerous Game, The Phantom of Crestwood, Before Dawn, The Monkey’s Paw, The Hunchback of Notre Dame, You’ll Find Out, The Spiral Staircase, The Enchanted Cottage, It’s a Wonderful Life, Captive Women and Killers from Space. RKO is remembered for its series of psychological horror movies produced by Val Lewton, including Cat People, I Walked with a Zombie, The Seventh Victim and The Body Snatcher. The studio also produced films in the adventure, comedy, fantasy, mystery and western genres. They released many Walt Disney classics—Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, Fantasia, Pinocchio, Cinderella, Peter Pan—as well as several “Tarzan” features. This volume covers these movies in detail with critical and historical analysis, in-depth plot synopsis and numerous contemporary reviews.

Science Fiction, Fantasy and Horror Film Sequels, Series and Remakes

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Publisher : McFarland
ISBN 13 : 1476629854
Total Pages : 375 pages
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Book Synopsis Science Fiction, Fantasy and Horror Film Sequels, Series and Remakes by : Kim R. Holston

Download or read book Science Fiction, Fantasy and Horror Film Sequels, Series and Remakes written by Kim R. Holston and published by McFarland. This book was released on 2018-01-12 with total page 375 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Science fiction, fantasy and horror movies have spawned more sequels and remakes than any other film genre. Following Volume I, which covered 400 films made 1931-1995, Volume II analyzes 334 releases from 1996 through 2016. The traditional cinematic monsters are represented--Dracula, Frankenstein, the Wolf Man, a new Mummy. A new wave of popular series inspired by comics and video games, as well as The Lord of the Rings trilogy, could never have been credibly produced without the advances in special effects technology. Audiences follow the exploits of superheroes like Captain America, Iron Man, Spider-Man and Thor, and such heroines as the vampire Selene, zombie killer Alice, dystopian rebels Katniss Everdeen and Imperator Furiosa, and Soviet spy turned American agent Black Widow. The continuing depredations of Jason Voorhees, Freddy Krueger and Michael Myers are described. Pre-1996 movies that have since been remade are included. Entries features cast and credits, detailed synopsis, critics' reviews, and original analysis.

Allied Artists Horror, Science Fiction and Fantasy Films

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Publisher : McFarland
ISBN 13 : 9780786460465
Total Pages : 0 pages
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Download or read book Allied Artists Horror, Science Fiction and Fantasy Films written by Michael R. Pitts and published by McFarland. This book was released on 2011-03-31 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Between 1952 and 1977, Allied Artists Pictures Corporation released over 80 feature films with horror, science fiction and fantasy themes, several of them featuring such genre stars as Vincent Price, Boris Karloff, John Carradine and Lon Chaney, Jr. Among Allied Artists' contributions are the classic Invasion of the Body Snatchers and the William Castle productions House on Haunted Hill and Macabre. Allied also released the camp favorites Frankenstein Meets the Space Monster, From Hell It Came and Queen of Outer Space, and imported European efforts such as Blood and Black Lace and Caltiki the Immortal Monster. Included here are detailed plot synopses and critical analyses of all of the films. Also covered are 22 features, including Little Shop of Horrors, made by other companies and released to television by Allied, and the studio's theatrical double-feature reissue of Paramount's The Blob and Universal's Dinosaurus!

The Country of the Comers-Back (Fantasy and Horror Classics)

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Publisher : Read Books Ltd
ISBN 13 : 1447499476
Total Pages : 28 pages
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Book Synopsis The Country of the Comers-Back (Fantasy and Horror Classics) by : Lafcadio Hearn

Download or read book The Country of the Comers-Back (Fantasy and Horror Classics) written by Lafcadio Hearn and published by Read Books Ltd. This book was released on 2013-04-16 with total page 28 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Lafcadio Hearn's “non-fiction” article was originally published by Harper's Magazine in 1889. Detailing skulduggery and supernatural phenomenon on the island of Mozambique, 'The Country of the Comers-Back' marked the first mention of the zombie in Western literature. Patrick Lafcadio Hearn was born in Lefkada, Greece in 1850. He was baptized in the Greek Orthodox Church, but in his infancy, his family relocated to Dublin, Ireland, where Hearn attended the Roman Catholic Ushaw College. Neither of these religious faiths stuck, however, and when he was nineteen Hearn went to the United States, where he began to work in journalism. He gained employment as a reporter for the Cincinnati Daily Enquirer in 1872, and became known as an investigative yet sensational journalist.

The Bride of the Grave (Fantasy and Horror Classics)

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Publisher : Read Books Ltd
ISBN 13 : 1447480015
Total Pages : 36 pages
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Book Synopsis The Bride of the Grave (Fantasy and Horror Classics) by : Johann Ludwig Tieck

Download or read book The Bride of the Grave (Fantasy and Horror Classics) written by Johann Ludwig Tieck and published by Read Books Ltd. This book was released on 2013-04-16 with total page 36 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Tieck's 'The Bride of the Grave' is one of his best-remembered tales, it is a meld of popular story and cautionary morality tale. As a morality tale it forewarns the reader that the sin, maybe pleasurable, however it can bring eternal negative repercussions. Walter is demonstrated as impetuous, thoughtless, and as a being who lives solely for his own pleasure, and the results of his uncontrolled personality traits are death and destruction for his vassals and for his children.

The King's Betrothed (Fantasy and Horror Classics)

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Publisher : Read Books Ltd
ISBN 13 : 1473377439
Total Pages : 84 pages
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Book Synopsis The King's Betrothed (Fantasy and Horror Classics) by : E. T. A. Hoffmann

Download or read book The King's Betrothed (Fantasy and Horror Classics) written by E. T. A. Hoffmann and published by Read Books Ltd. This book was released on 2015-10-21 with total page 84 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This early work by E. T. A. Hoffmann was originally published in 1821. Born in Königsberg, East Prussia in 1776, Hoffmann's family were all jurists, and during his youth he was initially encouraged to pursue a career in law. However, in his late teens Hoffman became increasingly interested in literature and philosophy, and spent much of his time reading German classicists and attending lectures by, amongst others, Immanuel Kant. Hoffman went on to produce a great range of both literary and musical works. Probably Hoffman's most well-known story, produced in 1816, is 'The Nutcracker and the Mouse King', due to the fact that - some seventy-six years later - it inspired Tchaikovsky's ballet The Nutcracker. In the same vein, his story 'The Sandman' provided both the inspiration for Léo Delibes's ballet Coppélia, and the basis for a highly influential essay by Sigmund Freud, called 'The Uncanny'. (Indeed, Freud referred to Hoffman as the "unrivalled master of the uncanny in literature.") Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900's and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions.

The Mammoth Book of Best New Horror 24

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Publisher : Robinson
ISBN 13 : 147210028X
Total Pages : 160 pages
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Download or read book The Mammoth Book of Best New Horror 24 written by Stephen Jones and published by Robinson. This book was released on 2013-10-03 with total page 160 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For nearly twenty-five years The Mammoth Book of Best New Horror has been the world's leading annual anthology dedicated solely to showcasing the best in contemporary horror fiction. Comprising the most outstanding new short fiction by both contemporary masters of horror and exciting newcomers, this multiple award-winning series also offers an overview of the year in horror, a comprehensive necrology of recent obituaries, and an indispensable directory of contact details for dedicated horror fans and writers. The Mammoth Book of Best New Horror remains the world's leading annual anthology dedicated solely to presenting the best in contemporary horror fiction. Praise for previous Mammoth Books of Best New Horror: 'Stephen Jones . . . has a better sense of the genre than almost anyone in this country.' Lisa Tuttle, The Times. 'The best horror anthologist in the business is, of course, Stephen Jones, whose Mammoth Book of Best New Horror is one of the major bargains of this as of any other year.' Roz Kavaney. 'An essential volume for horror readers.' Locus

The Queens of Victorian Horror - Rare Tales of Terror from the Pens of Female Authors of the Victorian Period

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Publisher : Read Books Ltd
ISBN 13 : 1447480589
Total Pages : 332 pages
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Download or read book The Queens of Victorian Horror - Rare Tales of Terror from the Pens of Female Authors of the Victorian Period written by Various and published by Read Books Ltd. This book was released on 2012-11-08 with total page 332 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Showcasing the literary prowess of the Victorian era's women writers, this collection of short stories features haunting works of gothic horror in a celebration of the macabre. Discover the spine-tingling tales crafted by these visionary women as they explore themes of madness, the occult, ghostly encounters, and the dark recesses of the human psyche. Featuring the work of Mary Shelley, Elizabeth Gaskell, Louisa May Alcott, and more, each story immerses the reader in a world of chilling gothic beauty. The pioneering women celebrated in this collection challenged patriarchal bounds and societal expectations in these tales of terror. This volume is part of the Mothers of the Macabre series, celebrating the gothic horror masterpieces of pioneering women writers who played a pivotal role in shaping and advancing the genre. Carefully curated, The Queens of Victorian Horror pays homage to the enduring legacy of these female authors, shedding light on their extraordinary contributions to gothic horror literature.