L. T. Meade

Broschiertes Buch

Eyes of Terror and Other Dark Adventures

Beschreibung

Despite her wide contributions to genre literature, Irish author L. T. Meade is now remembered, if at all, for her girls' school stories. However, in 1898 the Strand Magazine, famous for its fictions of crime, detection, and the uncanny, proclaimed Meade one of its most popular writers for her contributions to its signature fare. Her stories, widely published in popular fin de siècle magazines, included classic tales of the supernatural, but her specialty was medical or scientific mysteries featuring doctors, scientists, occult detectives, criminal women with weird powers, unusual medical interventions, fantastic scientific devices, murder, mesmerism, and manifestations of insanity. Eyes of Terror and Other Dark Adventures is the first collection to showcase the best of her pioneering strange fiction.

Autor

L. T. Meade, born in 1844, was a prominent author known for her engaging children's literature and novels. She wrote extensively in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, including stories, novels, and serialized tales. Meade's writing often featured strong, adventurous young protagonists, particularly girls, reflecting her belief in female empowerment and independence. Her stories, like ""Scamp and I,"" captured the spirit of childhood, emphasizing themes of friendship, resilience, and the importance of community. Meade was particularly adept at depicting urban life, showcasing the challenges and joys of city living through relatable characters. She often highlighted social issues, bringing attention to the struggles faced by the less fortunate. In addition to her fiction, Meade wrote for various magazines and newspapers, contributing to the popular culture of her time. Her ability to blend adventure with moral lessons has made her works enduring, appealing to readers seeking both entertainment and insight into human nature and society.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Swan River Press
• Seitenzahl: 266
• Erscheinungstermin: 30. September 2021
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 198mm x 129mm x 16mm
• Gewicht: 321g
• ISBN-13: 9781783807505
• ISBN-10: 1783807504
• Artikelnr.: 62568295