Oliver Onions

Broschiertes Buch

The Beckoning Fair One

A Psychological Ghost Story - Madness, Obsession, and the Supernatural

Beschreibung

What if the house that promised your greatest novel intended to write the final chapter of your sanity? First published in 1911, The Beckoning Fair One earned its place among the greatest ghost stories ever written. This modernized edition preserves Oliver Onions' elegantly unsettling prose while updating archaic phrases, allowing contemporary readers to experience the full dread of Paul Oleron's descent. Inside this edition you'll discover: A Master Class in Psychological Horror - No jump-scares, only the tightening vice of paranoia, perfect for fans of The Haunting of Hill House or The Shining. Art vs. Madness - Witness how creative isolation and supernatural seduction twist ambition into self-destruction. Gothic London Atmosphere - Gas lamps, dusty attics, and fog-wreathed courtyards that brood with hidden life. Reader's Companion - Historical notes on Edwardian spiritualism, discussion prompts, and a timeline of key events to deepen the mystery. Rediscover a story that proves the scariest hauntings happen inside our own skulls-and that the deadliest love affair may be with a house that loves you back.

Autor

George Oliver Onions, known professionally as Oliver Onions, was an English writer born on November 13, 1873, in Bradford, United Kingdom. Onions is best remembered for his work in the supernatural genre, particularly his ghost stories. He achieved significant recognition for his collection Widdershins, which features tales of eerie occurresnces and psychological horror. Another of his most famous works is the novella The Beckoning Fair One, widely anthologized for its exploration of haunted spaces and the unsettling effects of isolation. Throughout his career, Onions wrote in a variety of genres, but his supernatural tales, with their atmospheric tension and psychological depth, left a lasting impression on the horror genre. In addition to his writing, Onions was also known for his involvement in the literary world and his collaboration with other authors. He was married to Berta Ruck in 1909, and the couple had two sons, Arthur Oliver and William Richard Oliver. Onions passed away on April 9, 1961, in Aberystwyth, United Kingdom, at the age of 87. His legacy endures, particularly through his contributions to ghost stories and the unsettling, gothic atmosphere he created in his works.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: The Library of Alexandria
• Seitenzahl: 132
• Erscheinungstermin: 25. Juni 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 203mm x 127mm x 8mm
• Gewicht: 168g
• ISBN-13: 9781806290796
• ISBN-10: 1806290790
• Artikelnr.: 74906357