A Tale of a Vampire
Boxed Set of Vampire Books and LegendsBy Henry Kuttner, Bram Stoker, John William Polidori, Richard Francis Burton, Jan Neruda, Thomas Peckett Prest, James Malcolm Rymer, Théophile Gautier, Alice Askew, Claude Askew, Hume Nisbet, E. F. Benson, Dudley Wright, George Sylvester Viereck, Earl Peirce, Lloyd Arthur Eshbach, Victor Rowan, Victoria Glad
Length118h 55m
About this audiobook
'A Tale of a Vampire' is a compelling anthology that brings together an eclectic assembly of tales penned by some of the most intriguing voices in gothic and supernatural literature. Spanning various epochs, this collection traverses a spectral range from the ominous shadows of the Victorian era to the eerie corners of modernity, harmonizing rich narratives with the grotesque and the ethereal. These works not only exhibit a diverse array of literary styles—from the ornate to the starkly psychological—but also shed light on the perennial fascination with the vampire mythos, capturing its evolution while retracing its roots in deep-seated cultural fears and desires. The authors contributing to this collection, including figures from the nineteenth to early twentieth century, are revered for their foundational roles in shaping gothic fiction and horror literature. Figures like Bram Stoker and John William Polidori stand alongside lesser-known authors who contributed to the genre's breadth and depth. Their collective works reflect significant historical and cultural movements, weaving a rich tapestry of folklore, myth, and terror that invites introspection on the human condition through the lens of the supernatural. 'A Tale of a Vampire' is an essential volume for anyone drawn to the chilling allure of the undead. It offers readers a unique portal into the manifold ways the vampire has been depicted across times and cultures, urging a deeper appreciation of each writer's narrative voice and philosophical underpinnings. Beyond mere entertainment, this anthology serves as a critical exploration of themes such as immortality, morality, and fear, enhancing one's literary landscape and promoting a dialogue between time-tested masters of the genre.
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Rating★★★★ 3.8 (30)
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GenreHorror, Fantasy
Length118 hrs 55 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateMay 7, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1The Night of the Long Knives
26CHAPTER XIX.
2The Vampyre (John William Polidori)
27CHAPTER XX.
3EXTRACT OF A LETTER FROM GENEVA.
28CHAPTER XXI.
4INTRODUCTION
29CHAPTER XXII.
5THE VAMPYRE
30CHAPTER XXIII.
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6EXTRACT OF A LETTER, CONTAINING AN ACCOUNT OF LORD BYRON'S RESIDENCE IN THE ISLAND OF MITYLENE.
31CHAPTER XXIV.
7Dracula (Bram Stoker)
32CHAPTER XXV.
8CHAPTER I.
33CHAPTER XXVI.
9CHAPTER II.
34CHAPTER XXVII.
10CHAPTER III.
35Dracula's Guest (Bram Stoker)
11CHAPTER IV.
36Clarimonde (Théophile Gautier)
12CHAPTER V.
37Carmilla (Sheridan Le Fanu)
13CHAPTER VI.
38PROLOGUE
14CHAPTER VII.
39CHAPTER 1. AN EARLY FRIGHT
15CHAPTER VIII.
40CHAPTER 2. A GUEST
16CHAPTER IX.
41CHAPTER 3. WE COMPARE NOTES
17CHAPTER X.
42CHAPTER 4. HER HABITS — A SAUNTER
18CHAPTER XI.
43CHAPTER 5. A WONDERFUL LIKENESS
19CHAPTER XII.
44CHAPTER 6. A VERY STRANGE AGONY
20CHAPTER XIII.
45CHAPTER 7. DESCENDING
21CHAPTER XIV.
46CHAPTER 8. SEARCH
22CHAPTER XV.
47CHAPTER 9. THE DOCTOR
23CHAPTER XVI.
48CHAPTER 10. BEREAVED
24CHAPTER XVII.
49CHAPTER 11. THE STORY
25CHAPTER XVIII.
50CHAPTER 12. A PETITION
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