Walter Thornbury

Broschiertes Buch

Haunted London

Beschreibung

Step into the fog: Haunted London pulls back the gaslight on the city s most spine-chilling London legends. Walter Thornbury s Haunted London is a richly atmospheric collection of Victorian ghost tales and historical London hauntings that maps the city s eerie London locations from ancient alleyways and supernatural London landmarks to notorious haunted places in London. Thornbury, an astute observer of urban life, blends reportage, folklore and literary flair to revive ghostly London folklore and London paranormal history with uncanny immediacy. This edition, republished by Alpha Editions, restores a work that was out of print for decades and is now lovingly brought back for today s and future generations. Carefully edited and preserved, this release is not just a reprint it s a collector s item and a cultural treasure for both casual readers and classic literature collectors. Readers will find chilling anecdotes, historical context, and evocative descriptions that make London s past feel vividly alive and unsettlingly near. Perfect for fans of London ghost stories, haunted London book enthusiasts, and anyone planning London haunted tours, this volume offers historical depth and storytelling that feeds the imagination. Whether you crave Victorian ghost tales, want to trace the haunted footprints of famous landmarks, or seek spine-chilling London legends to share, Haunted London is an essential addition to your shelf an indispensable guide to the supernatural heart of Britain s capital.

Autor

Walter Thornbury (1828-1876) was an English author who achieved recognition in the Victorian era, particularly for his contributions to cultural and historical literature. His literary career comprised diverse works, yet he is perhaps best remembered for 'Haunted London', a captivating exploration of the capital's eerie past. The book is an essential reference for those interested in London's history and folklore, as it meticulously documents stories of specters and legends dwelling within the city's ancient streets. Thornbury possessed a distinct literary style characterized by engaging narratives that blend historical diligence with a flair for gothic romanticism, attracting readers with an affinity for both history and the supernatural. His work was not limited to the macabre; he also contributed to periodicals such as 'Punch' and 'Once a Week', and penned voluminous biographies, poetry, and travel accounts. Nevertheless, 'Haunted London' remains a seminal work, illustrating Thornbury's passion for London's historical intricacies and his ability to enchant readers with tales of its ghostly inhabitants. Despite his relatively early demise, Walter Thornbury left an indelible mark on Victorian literature, with 'Haunted London' enduring as a testament to his unique blend of scholarship and storytelling prowess.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Alpha Edition
• Seitenzahl: 382
• Erscheinungstermin: 18. Oktober 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 229mm x 152mm x 22mm
• Gewicht: 619g
• ISBN-13: 9789371348935
• ISBN-10: 9371348933
• Artikelnr.: 75668315