Perełka literatury gotyckiej! Jubileuszowe wydanie „Carmilli” Josepha Sheridana Le Fanu – klasycznej gotyckiej opowieści, która zapoczątkowała fascynację wampirami – w przekładzie Pauliny Braiter, wspaniale zilustrowane przez Aleksandrę Czudżak. Ukazuje się ono w pięćdziesiątą rocznicę pierwszego polskiego wydania tego dzieła w 1974 roku. „Carmilla” to absolutna perełka literatury gotyckiej, po raz pierwszy wydana w 1872 roku. Powieść, jak na tamte czasy niezwykle nowatorska, przedstawiała bohaterkę kobiecą w zupełnie nowy sposób – jako wampirzycę, kobietę wampa, kobietę w relacji miłosnej z drugą kobietą. Pokazywała bez wcześniejszej pruderii kobiecą zmysłowość i cielesność. „Carmilla” była inspiracją dla wielu późniejszych twórców, w tym przede wszystkim Brama Strokera, autora „Drakuli”, który w swoim dziele powielił wiele zaczerpniętych z niej motywów, między innymi wierzenia ludowe, rytuały dotyczące unicestwiania wampira czy wątki oniryczne. Niezwykle interesujące jest czytanie tego dzieła dziś, gdy powieść gotycka liczy sobie 150 lat „Absolutny klasyk gotyckiej literatury ożywa raz jeszcze, by kusić i uwodzić kolejne pokolenia. W mrocznym objęciu Carmilli czytelnik odnajdzie fascynującą opowieść o miłości, zdradzie i wiecznym pożądaniu, polecam” Edyta Janicka, autorka projektu Lesbioteka.
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The Collected Supernatural and Weird Fiction of J. Sheridan Le Fanu
Volume 5-Including One Novel, 'The Rose and the Key, ' One Novelette, 'Spalatro,
- 584 strony
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This installment continues the captivating exploration of supernatural themes and eerie narratives characteristic of its acclaimed author, renowned as the "grandfather of the ghost story." Readers can expect a blend of chilling tales and rich atmospheric writing that delves into the unknown, showcasing the author's mastery in crafting suspenseful and haunting stories that have influenced the genre for generations. The collection promises to engage fans of classic ghost stories and those intrigued by the darker aspects of human experience.
The Collected Supernatural and Weird Fiction of J. Sheridan Le Fanu
Volume 4-Including One Novel, 'The Wyvern Mystery, ' One Novelette, 'Mr. Justice
- 584 strony
- 21 godzin czytania
This volume continues the compelling exploration of supernatural themes and haunting narratives characteristic of its author, known as the 'grandfather of the ghost story.' Readers can expect a rich tapestry of chilling tales that delve into the eerie and the uncanny, showcasing the author's mastery in crafting suspenseful atmospheres and unforgettable characters. This installment contributes to the overarching collection that has captivated audiences with its blend of horror and literary finesse.
The Collected Supernatural and Weird Fiction of J. Sheridan Le Fanu
Volume 1-Including Two Novels, 'The Haunted Baronet' and 'The Evil Guest, ' One N
- 576 stron
- 21 godzin czytania
This collection marks the beginning of an eight-volume series by a renowned author known as the grandfather of the ghost story. It showcases a captivating blend of supernatural elements and chilling narratives that have influenced the horror genre. Readers can expect to encounter eerie atmospheres, haunting characters, and timeless themes that explore the unknown and the afterlife, setting the stage for the subsequent volumes in the series.
The Collected Supernatural and Weird Fiction of J. Sheridan Le Fanu
Volume 2-Including One Novel, 'Uncle Silas, ' One Novelette, 'Green Tea' and Five
- 572 strony
- 21 godzin czytania
This second volume continues the captivating journey through a renowned eight-book collection by a master of ghost stories. Focusing on chilling narratives and atmospheric settings, it delves deeper into the supernatural, exploring themes of fear, the unknown, and the afterlife. Readers can expect a blend of classic storytelling and eerie encounters that highlight the author's skill in crafting haunting tales that resonate with both historical and modern audiences.
The Collected Supernatural and Weird Fiction of J. Sheridan Le Fanu
Volume 8-Including One Novel, 'a Lost Name, ' One Novelette, 'The Last Heir of CA
- 584 strony
- 21 godzin czytania
This concluding volume of an extensive eight-book collection showcases the works of a master storyteller renowned for pioneering the ghost story genre. Featuring a blend of chilling narratives and intricate character development, it encapsulates the essence of supernatural tales that have captivated readers for generations. The collection highlights the author's unique style and thematic depth, making it a significant addition to the literature of the macabre.
The Collected Supernatural and Weird Fiction of J. Sheridan Le Fanu
- 600 stron
- 21 godzin czytania
This volume continues the exploration of supernatural tales from a master of the genre, renowned for his chilling narratives. It delves into themes of the unknown and the eerie, featuring a mix of haunting characters and unsettling scenarios. Each story builds upon the rich tradition of ghostly folklore, captivating readers with suspense and intrigue. This collection promises to deepen the reader's appreciation for the art of ghost storytelling, showcasing the author's unique voice and imaginative prowess.
Mysterious And Horrific Stories
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- 30 godzin czytania
A nobleman strikes an agreement he will soon regret. A drunk man receives a startling vision of life after death. A struggling painter's apprentice falls in love with his master's niece, only to see her given in marriage to an older, wealthier man. Mysterious and Horrific Stories is a collection of Gothic tales by Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu.
The Collected Supernatural and Weird Fiction of J. Sheridan Le Fanu
Volume 7-Including Two Novels, 'All in the Dark' and 'The Room in the Dragon Vola
- 580 stron
- 21 godzin czytania
This volume continues the captivating exploration of supernatural themes and chilling narratives that define the collection. Known for his masterful storytelling, the author delves into eerie encounters and haunting characters, enriching the reader's experience with suspense and intrigue. As the series approaches its conclusion, it promises to deepen the mysteries and complexities established in earlier installments, making it a must-read for fans of ghost stories and classic horror literature.
Here are 16 classic ghost stories: "Carmilla" (perhaps the classic vampire thriller), "Green Tea", "The Familiar", "The Haunted Baronet", "Madam Crowl's Ghost", "The Dead Sexton", "An Authentic Narrative of a Haunted House" plus nine others. Half these stories never published before in U.S.
Featuring 15 classic tales from iconic gothic authors like Edgar Allan Poe and Mary Shelley, this collection immerses readers in the genre's eerie landscapes filled with supernatural forces and unsettling emotions. Set against backdrops of crumbling castles and haunted manors, these stories explore themes of mystery, lost secrets, and shocking violence. The luxury hardback edition showcases striking sprayed edge designs, enhancing the allure of these timeless narratives that pushed the boundaries of fiction in the 18th century.
Green Tea and Other Ghost Stories
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Green Tea- an English cleric's bout with a malignant presence. Squire Toby's will- a tale of sibling rivalry The fortunes of Sir Robert Ardagh-relatioship with a sinster valet Sir Dominick's Bargain-a pact with the devil.
The man with two shadows and other ghost stories
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[Penguin Readers Level 3]Some people do not really die and things are not always what they seem. In these six mysterious stories, strange things happen.
A young heiress finds herself caught in the sinister plots of her mysterious Uncle Silas. A new edition of Le Fanu's best known work and an exemplary piece of sensation fiction, with an introduction and notes by Claire Connolly.
Pocket Classics: The House by the Churchyard
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Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu is best known today as one of the Victorian period s leading exponents of supernatural fiction, and was described by M.R. James as standing absolutely in the first rank as a writer of ghost stories. The House by the Churchyard is perhaps his best novel in this genre. Set in the village of Chapelizod, near Dublin, in the 1760s the story opens with the accidental disinterment of an old skull in the churchyard, and an eerie late-night funeral. This discovery relates to murders, both recent and historical whose repercussions disrupt the complacent pace of village affairs and change the lives of many of its notable characters forever. Charm and chilling darkness abound in equal measure in one of the greatest novels of a Victorian master of mystery.
The great M.R. James, who collected and introduces the stories in this book, considered that Le Fanu 'stands absolutely in the first rank as a writer of ghost stories.'
This is a collection of tales of the supernatural, where patients of Dr Heselius are plagued by malignant apparitions and vampires, or are drugged into a state of living death. The doctor usually explains such phenomena in terms of psychopathology, but the author is ambivalent to such theories.
Gothic Classics presents Ann Radcliffe's archetypal gothic novel The Mysteries of Udopho, adapted by Antonella Caputo and Carlo Vergara. Plus: Jane Austen's gothic parody Northanger Abbey" by Trina Robbins and Anne Timmons; and Poe's "The Oval Portrait" by Malaysian illustrator Leong Wan Kok. Also "At the Gate," a ghost story with dogs by Myla Jo Closser, illustrated by Shary Flenniken;, and J. Sheridan Le Fanu's great vampire tale "Carmilla," by Rod Lott and Lisa K. Weber. With a dramatic cover painting from "Carmilla" by Lisa K. Weber.
The room in the tower and other ghost stories
- 48 stron
- 2 godziny czytania
Three short stories, and three ghosts jump out of the pages of these adaptations of classic English ghost mysteries. Includes activities at the end of the story.
Focusing on accessibility, this book is a reproduction of a historical work presented in large print, catering specifically to individuals with impaired vision. Published by Megali, a company dedicated to enhancing readability, it aims to provide a more inclusive reading experience while preserving the original content.
The book is a reproduction of a historical work, presented in large print to enhance accessibility for readers with impaired vision. Published by Megali, a house dedicated to making historical texts more readable, this edition focuses on preserving the original content while ensuring that it is easier to engage with for those who may struggle with standard print sizes.
Checkmate
- 440 stron
- 16 godzin czytania
Set in Ireland, this novel intricately weaves themes of love, betrayal, and the repercussions of actions through complex character relationships. Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu, a master of gothic and supernatural fiction, crafts a tale filled with mysterious figures who significantly impact the drama. Originally serialized in 1871, it stands as a noteworthy yet lesser-known addition to both the gothic fiction genre and Victorian-era literature, showcasing Le Fanu's signature blend of psychological depth and intrigue.
Uncle Silas by J.Sheridan LeFanu, Fiction, Mystery & Detective, Classics, Literary
- 432 strony
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Set against a backdrop of Victorian obsessions, the story explores the sinister relationship between Silas, an opium-addicted uncle, and his niece Maud. As Silas manifests as a ghostly figure, he harbors ulterior motives concerning Maud's inheritance. Themes of spiritualism, greed, and corruption intertwine, creating a chilling atmosphere that highlights the darker aspects of human desire and ambition. This classic novel stands out as a significant work of spiritual terror from one of the genre's true masters.
The Haunted Baronet
- 142 strony
- 5 godzin czytania
Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu was a prominent Irish author celebrated for his gothic and supernatural fiction in the 19th century. He is best known for influential works like "Carmilla" and "Uncle Silas," which showcase his mastery of eerie atmospheres and complex characters. His writings often explore themes of the supernatural, identity, and the uncanny, making significant contributions to the genre. If you're interested in his known works or other related topics, feel free to inquire further.
The narrative unfolds against a backdrop of tumultuous family history marked by rivalry and intrigue. As the wedding of Mark Wylder and Dorcas Brandon approaches, Mark's mysterious disappearance sends shockwaves through the family. With his letters arriving from Europe, the tension escalates as Captain Stanley Lake, a menacing presence, appears to stake his claim on Dorcas, complicating the already fraught dynamics at Brandon Hall. Secrets and dark motives intertwine, leading to a gripping tale of love and betrayal.
The publishing house Megali focuses on reproducing historical works in large print, specifically designed to enhance accessibility for individuals with impaired vision. This initiative aims to make classic literature more readable and enjoyable for a broader audience, ensuring that important historical texts remain available to all.
This book is a large print reproduction of a historical work, aimed at enhancing accessibility for readers with impaired vision. Published by Megali, a house known for its commitment to bringing historical texts to a wider audience, it maintains the integrity of the original while ensuring readability.
La verde e tormentata terra d’Irlanda è patria di alcuni dei più importanti scrittori della letteratura. Jonathan Swift, con la sua ironia sferzante, descrive nei Viaggi di Gulliver le assurdità dell’Europa settecentesca attraverso le immaginarie popolazioni di Lilliput e Brobdingnag. Sterne, con il suo Viaggio sentimentale, rompe le regole della narrativa tradizionale, concentrandosi sulle sensazioni interiori piuttosto che su paesaggi e personaggi. Con Le Fanu, entriamo nel filone ottocentesco che esplora gli aspetti più oscuri dell’esperienza umana, dando vita a capolavori del terrore come Carmilla e Dracula. Oscar Wilde, poeta geniale e sfortunato, narra la storia di Dorian Gray, un mostro dalla giovinezza sospetta. Al contrario, Yeats ci offre un mondo incantato, popolato da elfi e fantasmi, presentando una panoramica del folclore irlandese. Infine, James Joyce, con il suo capolavoro Ulisse, ha avuto un ruolo cruciale nella nascita della letteratura moderna. Attraverso il realismo minuzioso delle quindici storie di Gente di Dublino, Joyce ha elevato il racconto breve a un nuovo livello artistico, rendendolo il genere letterario più moderno.
Der besessene Baronet u. and. Geistergeschichten. Nachw. v. Jörg Krichbaum
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- 11 godzin czytania
Nachw. Krichbaum, Jörg. (Phantastische Bibliothek, 59) umfasst 292 Seiten.
Der ehrenwerte Herr Richter Harbottle
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- 10 godzin czytania
Die Erzählungen wurden den Bänden In a glass darkly und Best ghost stories of J.S. Le Fanu entnommen. Erschien 1968 zus. mit einer weiteren Erzählung u. d. T. Carmilla und vier andere unheimliche Geschichten im Diogenes-Verlag. Enthält: Der ehrenwerte Herr Richter Harbottle ; Junker Tobys Testament ; Der Verfolger ; Grüner Tee.
Rodokaps 17. Carmilla
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Carmilla je gotická novela Josepha Sheridana Le Fanu. Poprvé byla publikována v roce 1872 a vypráví příběh mladé ženy, jež podlehla vlivu upírky jménem Carmilla. S příběhem, který zde předkládám čtenářům, mě seznámil doktor Hesselius. Tento vynikající učenec k němu dokonce připojil poměrně podrobný výklad, kde se odvolává na svou vědeckou práci, věnovanou onomu pozoruhodnému jevu, který je podkladem pro toto vyprávění. Ve vědecké práci, která tvoří pouze jeden z četných svazků sebraných spisů tohoto vynikajícího vědce, rozebírá autor záhadný jev jako vždy erudovaně, vtipně, stručně a neobyčejně otevřeně. Já ovšem seznamuji s tímto případem pouze "laickou veřejnost", a proto nepovažuji za vhodné připojit cokoliv dalšího ke slovům oné vzdělané dámy, která jej líčí. Z téhož důvodu neuveřejním ani obsah doktorovy vědecké práce, ani nějaký jiný výňatek z jeho výkladu o jevu, o němž je hluboce přesvědčen, že je "bezesporu jednou z nejhlubších záhad naší podvojné existence a jejích vývojových stadií". Vědecká práce doktora Hesselia ve mně vznítila touhu navázat na doktorovu dlouholetou korespondenci s onou vzdělanou a důkladnou informátorkou. Bohužel jsem zjistil, že dotyčná již mezitím zemřela. Jinak by mohla jistě řadou dalších poznatků doplnit příběh, který tak neobyčejně pečlivě - jak mi alespoň připadá - líčí na následujících stránkách.
Grandi tascabili economici. I Mammut: Storie di fantasmi
Le cento più belle storie di spettri - Edizioni integrali
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Quella che presentiamo è la più vasta antologia di racconti sui fantasmi oggi disponibile. Questa raccolta, infatti, copre un arco temporale che va dal Fantasma che stava in tutte le stanze di Daniel Defoe (1712) ai giorni nostri. Tratti dalla migliore narrativa del Soprannaturale di tutto il mondo, i cento racconti proposti in questo volume testimoniano di una tendenza a considerare il Fantastico non tanto come un mondo differente e alternativo al reale, ma piuttosto come una sorta di estensione diuest'ultimo in territori normalmente inesplorati. I tetri castelli sassoni, le algide caligini delle Highlands e le desolate brughiere americane ed europee fanno da sfondo alle storie sull'Aldilà, sulle anime vaganti e sui tormenti dei d nnati e degli empi, create dai maggiori scrittori a livello mondiale.
Tre casi del dr. Hesselius: edizione integrale
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Ecco tre storie dell'iniziatore del filone degli Indagatori dell'Incubo: protagonista un medico-esoterista, il dr. Hesselius, che indaga su casi assolutamente fuori dell'ordinario, dimostrando un eccezionale spirito analitico anche di fronte alle implicazioni di tipo soprannaturale. La figura di Hesselius diede origine a un vero e proprio topos nell'ambito della Narrativa Fantastica e servì da modello, in Inghilterra, per il "Carnacki" di Hodgson, l'"antiquario" di James e, soprattutto, per il "John Silence" di Blackwood. Parallelamente, in America diede origine o figure popolarissime come "Jules de Grandin" di Quinn o "John Thurston" di Wellman.Contiene: "Il giudice" - "Il patto col Diavolo" - "La persecuzione"
В деревушке Чейплизод неподалеку от Дублина при выкапывании новой могилы на местном кладбище обрушивается старое захоронение, обнаружившее необычную находку - треснувший череп с отверстием, похожим на пулевое. С этого момента спокойный темп деревенских дел и жизнь местных жителей навсегда изменяются, ведь разгадка давнего убийства и тайна личности жертвы ведет из 1810-х годов в XVIII век, а криминальная интрига закручивается все любопытнее, ведь настоящий преступник сменил имя и скрывает свое прошлое...
Hodina smrti
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Vzrušující román s kriminální zápletkou zavádí do sídla zchudlého zdegenerovaného šlechtického rodu v Anglii minulého století. Sedmnáctiletá dívka, žijící po smrti otce na panství u svého strýce, objasňuje historii dvou vražd, které poznamenaly krví její rodinu.
Klenot sedmi hvězd. Carmilla
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Klenot sedmi hvězd od Brama Stokera a Carmilla od Josepha Sheridana Le Fanu v jednom vydání. V tajemném Údolí kouzelníka, obávaném i odvážnými beduíny, spí v hrobce královna Tera, mocná panovnice z thébské dynastie. Její nadčasová krása a síla nadále ohrožují kněžstvo, které se snaží vymazat její jméno. Tera sní o znovuzrození v daleké zemi na severu. O tisíciletí později objevuje místo jejího odpočinku Nicholas van Huyn, následovaný egyptology Eugenem Corbeckem a Abelem Trelawnym. Dále se příběh zaměřuje na vampýrský horor Josepha Sheridana Le Fanu, jehož hlavní postava, Carmilla, ovlivnila moderní hororovou literaturu. Laura, devatenáctiletá dívka žijící se svým otcem na zámku ve Štýrsku, prožívá dětství plné lásky a přepychu. Touží po romantickém vztahu, což je v devatenáctém století pro neprovdanou dívku obtížné, a tak hledá útěchu v náručí přítelkyň. Když její blízká přítelkyně Berta náhle umírá, na scénu přichází tajemná a okouzlující Carmilla, která se zdá být ideální náhradou za ztracenou přítelkyni. Překlad a převyprávění zajistil Josef Pepson Snětivý.
Ein Bild des Malers Schalken und andere Geistergeschichten
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Wer ist dieser sonderbar leichenstarre 'Mijnheer Vanderhausen' aus Rotterdam, der da in Leyden die heimliche Braut und erste große Liebe des jungen Malers Godfred Schalken (164 3-1706) zur Frau begehrt und – bekommt? Und wohin entschwand die Sänfte, in der die seltsam altmodisch gekleideten Männer die weinende Rose Velderkaust davontrugen? Hat Schalken, Jahre später, im Grabgewölbe der St. Laurentiuskirche den Geist der Verschollenen erblickt? Es bleiben nur schaudernde Mutmaßungen …
CARMILLA + Draculas Gast
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Carmilla ist eine Novelle von Sheridan Le Fanu aus dem Jahr 1872, die von der Begegnung einer jungen Frau mit einem weiblichen Vampir erzählt. Die Geschichte erschien zuerst in der Zeitschrift The Dark Blue und später in dem Sammelband In a Glass Darkly. Draculas Gast gilt als das ursprüngliche erste Kapitel von „Dracula“ und wurde 1914 veröffentlicht.
Grüner Tee
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- 6 godzin czytania
Reading & Training: Step Two - B1.1: Stories of Ghost and Mystery
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Carmilla - Texte intégral
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