Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu

Broschiertes Buch

The Cock and Anchor

Beschreibung

This early work by Sheridan Le Fanu was originally published in 1845. Born in Dublin in 1814, he came from a literary family of Huguenot origins; both his grandmother Alicia Sheridan Le Fanu and his great-uncle Richard Brinsley Sheridan were playwrights,

Autor

Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu (1814-1873) was an influential Irish author known for his significant contributions to Gothic and supernatural fiction. Born in Dublin, Le Fanu grew up in a culturally rich environment that deeply influenced his writing. His work is renowned for its exploration of the eerie and the supernatural, often drawing on Irish folklore and Victorian Gothic elements. Le Fanu's most notable works include "The House by the Churchyard" and "Carmilla," the latter being one of the earliest and most influential vampire stories in literature. His stories frequently feature ghostly apparitions, haunted settings, and psychological suspense, reflecting his mastery in creating atmospheres of dread and intrigue. As a writer of the Victorian era, Le Fanu's works were widely read and appreciated for their skillful blend of horror and mystery. His narrative style, characterized by its atmospheric detail and complex characters, has left a lasting impact on the genre of Gothic fiction. Although not as well-known today as some of his contemporaries, Le Fanu's stories remain influential and are celebrated for their contributions to the supernatural and horror genres.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Obscure Press
• Seitenzahl: 634
• Erscheinungstermin: 7. November 2012
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 216mm x 140mm x 37mm
• Gewicht: 882g
• ISBN-13: 9781447466246
• ISBN-10: 1447466241
• Artikelnr.: 39081464