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Book Synopsis: John Polidori's classic tale "The Vampyre"(1819), was a product of the same ghost-story competition that produced Mary Shelley's Frankenstein. The present volume selects thirteen other tales of mystery and the macabre, including the works of James Hogg, J.S. LeFanu, Letitia Landon, Edward Bulwer, and William Carelton. The introduction surveys the genesis and influence of "The Vampyre" and its central themes and techniques, while the Appendices contain material closely associated with its composition and publication, including Lord Byron's prose fragment "Augustus Darvell."
About the Series: For over 100 years Oxford World's Classics has made available the broadest spectrum of literature from around the globe. Each affordable volume reflects Oxford's commitment to scholarship, providing the most accurate text plus a wealth of other valuable features, including expert introductions by leading authorities, voluminous notes to clarify the text, up-to-date bibliographies for further study, and much more.
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Looking for an exhilarating read that will send chills down your spine? Look no further than "The Vampyre and Other Tales of the Macabre" by John Polidori. This gripping collection features not only Polidori's classic ghost-story masterpiece, but also thirteen other bone-chilling tales of mystery and horror. You'll be on the edge of your seat as you delve into the works of renowned authors like James Hogg, J.S. LeFanu, and Letitia Landon. Get ready to lose yourself in a world of darkness and suspense.
What sets "The Vampyre" apart from other horror stories is its lasting influence and its captivating themes. This volume not only provides the chilling tale itself but also includes an introduction that explores the genesis and impact of "The Vampyre." Discover the techniques and ideas that have shaped the vampire genre for centuries. With its meticulously researched footnotes and up-to-date bibliographies, this edition from the Oxford World's Classics series ensures that you have all the scholarly resources you need for a comprehensive study of this timeless work.
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