Creatures of the Night (Boxed Set Edition)
The Greatest Tales of Vampires & WerewolvesBy Rudyard Kipling, Eugene Field, Thomas Peckett Prest, James Malcolm Rymer, Dudley Wright, Hume Nisbet, John William Polidori, E. F. Benson, George W. M. Reynolds, Robert E. Howard, Richard Francis Burton, Marie de France, Sheridan Le Fanu, Jan Neruda, Alice and Claude Askew, Émile Erckmann, Alexandre Chatrian, Alexandre Dumas Père, Gladys Gordon Trenery, Clifford Ball, Bram Stoker
Length154h 28m
About this audiobook
Dive into the shadows with 'Creatures of the Night (Boxed Set Edition),' an anthology that explores the seductive allure of the supernatural across centuries and continents. This carefully curated collection spans the literary spectrum, offering gothic horror, eerie folklore, and evocative narratives that captivate the imagination. Without attributing any single piece by name, the anthology thrums with chilling yet enchanting tales that delve into the depths of human fear and fascination with the unknown. Each story is a dance with the dark, from grotesque monsters to the tormented human psyche, presented in a diversity of literary styles that reflect deep-seated existential quandaries and the universal allure of the macabre. Contributing to this rich tapestry are literary luminaries such as Rudyard Kipling and Alexandre Dumas Père, alongside lesser-known but equally potent voices like Marie de France and Clifford Ball. These authors, from the heart of the Romantic period to the burgeoning Bloomsbury scene, embody a myriad of cultural and historical influences. Their stories resonate with varied epochs, intricately weaving together the folkloric with modern interpretations, illuminating the thematic pursuit of defining and confronting human fears through time. This collection offers an unparalleled exploration of nighttime narratives, inviting readers to journey into the intersecting worlds of history, culture, and imagination. Broaden your literary horizons and deepen your appreciation for the art of storytelling through this compendium of diverse voices. Immerse yourself in tales that are at once shocking and enlightening, engaging with multifaceted perspectives that redefine the boundaries of haunting experiences and paranormal fascinations. 'Creatures of the Night' will both educate and entertain, provoking thoughtful discourse long after the final page is turned.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★★★ 4.8 (21)
Includes Amazon
GenreHorror, General Fiction
Length154 hrs 28 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 15, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1EXTRACT OF A LETTER FROM GENEVA.
26CHAPTER XXIII.
2INTRODUCTION
27CHAPTER XXIV.
3THE VAMPYRE
28CHAPTER XXV.
4CHAPTER I.
29CHAPTER XXVI.
5CHAPTER II.
30CHAPTER XXVII.
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6CHAPTER III.
31Dracula's Guest (Bram Stoker)
7CHAPTER IV.
32Clarimonde (Théophile Gautier)
8CHAPTER V.
33PROLOGUE
9CHAPTER VI.
34CHAPTER 1. AN EARLY FRIGHT
10CHAPTER VII.
35CHAPTER 2. A GUEST
11CHAPTER VIII.
36CHAPTER 3. WE COMPARE NOTES
12CHAPTER IX.
37CHAPTER 4. HER HABITS — A SAUNTER
13CHAPTER X.
38CHAPTER 5. A WONDERFUL LIKENESS
14CHAPTER XI.
39CHAPTER 6. A VERY STRANGE AGONY
15CHAPTER XII.
40CHAPTER 7. DESCENDING
16CHAPTER XIII.
41CHAPTER 8. SEARCH
17CHAPTER XIV.
42CHAPTER 9. THE DOCTOR
18CHAPTER XV.
43CHAPTER 10. BEREAVED
19CHAPTER XVI.
44CHAPTER 11. THE STORY
20CHAPTER XVII.
45CHAPTER 12. A PETITION
21CHAPTER XVIII.
46CHAPTER 13. THE WOODMAN
22CHAPTER XIX.
47CHAPTER 14. THE MEETING
23CHAPTER XX.
48CHAPTER 15. ORDEAL AND EXECUTION
24CHAPTER XXI.
49CONCLUSION
25CHAPTER XXII.
50PREFACE
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