Arthur Machen

Broschiertes Buch

The White People

Beschreibung

The white people explores the eerie and unsettling journey of a young girl whose secret diary reveals her descent into an otherworldly realm. Written in a fragmented, dreamlike manner, the text immerses the reader in her strange encounters with the supernatural, blending folklore, forbidden knowledge, and a creeping sense of unease. As she recounts the bizarre and hypnotic experiences that shape her perception, the boundaries between reality and nightmare blur, leading her deeper into an existence where beauty and horror intertwine. The presence of bone-white figures and landscapes filled with ominous shapes suggest forces beyond human understanding, evoking both fascination and dread. Through a stream-of-consciousness narration, the story captures the gradual loss of innocence and the seductive pull of the unknown. Mysticism, secrecy, and ancient wisdom pervade the text, reinforcing a sense of both awe and impending doom. The white people is a haunting meditation on the allure of hidden truths, the fragility of perception, and the dangers of venturing too far into the mysteries of existence

Autor

Arthur Machen, born Arthur Llewellyn Jones in 1863 in Caerleon, Wales, was a writer and mystic known for his contributions to supernatural fiction. His parents were John Edward Jones, an Anglican clergyman, and Janet Machen. Growing up in a region rich with folklore and ancient history, he developed an early fascination with the mystical and the unknown. He moved to London as a young man, working as a translator before gaining recognition for his eerie and imaginative tales. Deeply influenced by Edgar Allan Poe, Robert Louis Stevenson, and Charles Dickens, his works often blended horror with elements of mysticism and philosophical speculation. His most famous writings, including The Great God Pan and The White People, helped shape the weird fiction genre and inspired later writers such as H.P. Lovecraft. His storytelling frequently explored themes of hidden realities, forbidden knowledge, and the uncanny lurking beneath everyday life. Though his literary career faced periods of struggle, his work gained appreciation in later years. He died in 1947 in Beaconsfield, leaving behind a legacy that continues to influence horror and fantasy literature.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Double 9 Books
• Seitenzahl: 40
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. April 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 216mm x 140mm x 3mm
• Gewicht: 65g
• ISBN-13: 9789371132022
• ISBN-10: 9371132027
• Artikelnr.: 74791987