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Horror Literature through History

Authors: Matt Cardin

Description: This two-volume set offers comprehensive coverage of horror literature that spans its deep history, dominant themes, significant works, and major authors, such as Stephen King, Edgar Allan Poe, and Anne Rice, as well as lesser-known horror writers. Many of today's horror story fans—who appreciate horror through movies, television, video games, graphic novels, and other forms—probably don't realize that horror literature is not only one of the most popular types of literature but one of the oldest. People have always been mesmerized by stories that speak to their deepest fears. Horror Literature through History shows 21st-century horror fans the literary sources of their favorite entertainment and the rich intrinsic value of horror literature in its own right. Through profiles of major authors, critical analyses of important works, and overview essays focused on horror during particular periods as well as on related issues such as religion, apocalypticism, social criticism, and gender, readers will discover the fascinating early roots and evolution of horror writings as well as the reciprocal influence of horror literature and horror cinema. This unique two-volume reference set provides wide coverage that is current and compelling to modern readers—who are of course also eager consumers of entertainment. In the first section, overview essays on horror during different historical periods situate works of horror literature within the social, cultural, historical, and intellectual currents of their respective eras, creating a seamless narrative of the genre's evolution from ancient times to the present. The second section demonstrates how otherwise unrelated works of horror have influenced each other, how horror subgenres have evolved, and how a broad range of topics within horror—such as ghosts, vampires, religion, and gender roles—have been handled across time. The set also provides alphabetically arranged reference entries on authors, works, and specialized topics that enable readers to zero in on information and concepts presented in the other sections.

Langue: en

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA

Categories: Literary Criticism

The Literature of Terror: The modern gothic

Authors: David Punter

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Langue: en

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Categories: American literature

National Union Catalog

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Description: Includes entries for maps and atlases.

Langue: en

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Categories: Catalogs, Union

Fantasy and Horror

Authors: Neil Barron

Description: More than 2,300 works of fiction and poetry are discussed, each cross-referenced to other works with similar or contrasting themes. Winners and nominees for major awards are identified. Books that are part of a series are flagged, with a complete list of books in series included in a final chapter, along with a comprehensive list of awards, of translations, and of young adult and children's books.

Langue: en

Publisher: Scarecrow Press

Categories: Art

The Cumulative Book Index

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Description: A world list of books in the English language.

Langue: en

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Categories: American literature

Uranian Worlds

Authors: Eric Garber ,Lyn Paleo

Description: This reference has been updated and expanded to include some 100 new listings, and the addition of films and videos. It gives detailed annotations that document the representation of alternative sexuality in novels and stories as well as films; evaluates the writers' overall representation of gay and lesbian issues; and reveals changing popular attitudes toward sexual variance over several centuries. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

Langue: en

Publisher: Hall Reference Books

Categories: Literary Criticism

Tale of the Future, from the Beginning to the Present Day

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Langue: en

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Categories: Body, Mind & Spirit

The Encyclopedia of the Gothic, 2 Volume Set

Authors: William Hughes ,David Punter ,Andrew Smith

Description: THE ENCYCLOPEDIA OF THE GOTHIC “Well written and interesting [it is] a testament to the breadth and depth of knowledge about its central subject among the more than 130 contributing writers, and also among the three editors, each of whom is a significant figure in the field of gothic studies ... A reference work that’s firmly rooted in and actively devoted to expressing the current state of academic scholarship about its area.” New York Journal of Books “A substantial achievement.” Reference Reviews Comprehensive and wide-ranging, The Encyclopedia of the Gothic brings together over 200 newly-commissioned essays by leading scholars writing on all aspects of the Gothic as it is currently taught and researched, along with challenging insights into the development of the genre and its impact on contemporary culture. The A-Z entries provide comprehensive coverage of relevant authors, national traditions, critical developments, and notable texts that continue to define, shape, and inform the genre. The volume’s approach is truly interdisciplinary, with essays by specialist international contributors whose expertise extends beyond Gothic literature to film, music, drama, art, and architecture. From Angels and American Gothic to Wilde and Witchcraft, The Encyclopedia of the Gothic is the definitive reference guide to all aspects of this strange and wondrous genre. The Wiley-Blackwell Encyclopedia of Literature is a comprehensive, scholarly, authoritative, and critical overview of literature and theory comprising individual titles covering key literary genres, periods, and sub-disciplines. Available both in print and online, this groundbreaking resource provides students, teachers, and researchers with cutting-edge scholarship in literature and literary studies.

Langue: en

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Categories: Literary Criticism

Collected Books

Authors: Allen Ahearn ,Patricia Ahearn

Description: Used by more book dealers and serious collectors in the country, this updated guide--featuring current values for more than 20,000 first editions--explains how to identify first editions of books and covers a wide range of subjects, including Americana, early printed books, literature, mysteries, science fiction, children's books, and photography.

Langue: en

Publisher: Putnam Adult

Categories: Antiques & Collectibles

Tales of the Future

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Langue: en

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Categories: Prophecies

Fiction, 1876-1983: Titles

Authors: R.R. Bowker Company. Department of Bibliography ,R.R. Bowker Company. Publications Systems Department

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Langue: en

Publisher: New York : Bowker

Categories: Reference

The Science Fiction and Heroic Fantasy Author Index

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Langue: en

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Categories: Reference

Hammer Complete

Authors: Howard Maxford

Description: A Booklist Starred Review; A Booklist Top 10 Reference Book “This tome contains everything anyone would want to know about the British company… [Maxford’s] love for his subject is palpable… Numerous black-and-white photographs provide a sense of the period and people involved. …a hefty read… The ultimate resource for die-hard fans of Hammer Film Productions.”—Library Journal “This superb encyclopedia is likely the definitive work on Britain’s most celebrated genre film producer. …this book covers the entirety of the studio’s filmography, not neglecting its forays into crime films and comedies. Although Maxford is obviously a big fan, he doesn’t pull any punches about Hammer’s missteps and Hammer Complete functions as a guide to film quality as well as a purely factual work. …tons of illustrations, including rare foreign-market posters. ….A major achievement”—Booklist “Highly recommended”—ARBA “Ultimate A to Z of everything Hammer…excellent Hammer Historical Tome”—Little Shoppe of Horrors “Hammer Complete is every bit the monster as the vampire adorning it’s cover…. It’s thorough as hell…more thorough than thorough”—Flick Attack “Deserves immense praise…there is plenty of new and insightful material here…a huge, well-researched reference book that no Hammer aficionado should be without”—Cinema Retro “Maxford is a superb writer, his book is well researched, entertaining, and good-humoured. It’s also an invaluable book: if you purchase it, you will never part with it. Kudos to McFarland for producing such a well-bound and presented book. Well done! No disposable download compare to a thing of beauty and joy forever as Hammer Complete”—Hellbound “It is really hard to be not excited when a book comes out on one of your favorite studios that is just a few pages shy of a 1000! Sure, some of you that ask, do we really need another book on Hammer Films? Well if it is as massive and thorough as this one, then that would be a definite yes! I have been waiting on this book to come out since McFarland announced it well over a a year ago, but had no idea how colossal of a tome this would be. Buy this book. If you are any kind of Hammer fan that craves information about the studio that dripped blood, then you must own this. It will be a never ending source of not only is a few minutes to browse through this before you come across a few titles that is going to make you want to go watch them again. That is a sign of a great book. I know I will be pulling this out each and every time I do any research on Hammer.”—Kitley’s Krypt “It’s thorough as hell…more thorough than thorough”—Bookgasm “Massive volume…a true treasure trove of information about all things Hammer…valuable”—ICv2. Think you know everything there is to know about Hammer Films, the fabled “Studio that Dripped Blood?” The lowdown on all the imperishable classics of horror, like The Curse of Frankenstein, Horror of Dracula and The Devil Rides Out? What about the company’s less blood-curdling back catalog? What about the musicals, comedies and travelogues, the fantasies and historical epics—not to mention the pirate adventures? This lavishly illustrated encyclopedia covers every Hammer film and television production in thorough detail, including budgets, shooting schedules, publicity and more, along with all the actors, supporting players, writers, directors, producers, composers and technicians. Packed with quotes, behind-the-scenes anecdotes, credit lists and production specifics, this all-inclusive reference work is the last word on this cherished cinematic institution.

Langue: en

Publisher: McFarland

Categories: Performing Arts

Who's Who of Twentieth Century Novelists

Authors: Tim Woods

Description: Taking in novelists from all over the globe, from the beginning of the century to the present day, this is the most comprehensive survey of the leading lights of twentieth century fiction. Superb breadth of coverage and over 800 entries by an international team of contributors ensures that this fascinating and wide-ranging work of reference will be invaluable to anyone with an interest in modern fiction. Authors included range from Joseph Conrad to Albert Camus and Franz Kafka to Chinua Achebe. Who's Who of Twentieth Century Novelists gives a superb insight into the richness and diversity of the twentieth century novel.

Langue: en

Publisher: Routledge

Categories: Biography & Autobiography