The Devil's Ultimatum – 12 Horror Classics
The Devil's Elixirs, Vathek, Melmoth the Wanderer, The Great God Pan, The Mysterious Stranger, Auriol or The Elixir of LifeBy Charles Maturin, E. T. A. Hoffmann, William Beckford, Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, Matthew Gregory Lewis, Marie Corelli, Leonid Andreyev, Robert Louis Stevenson, Mark Twain, Arthur Machen, William Harrison Ainsworth, Nikolai Gogol
Length112h 26m
About this audiobook
The Devil's Ultimatum – 12 Horror Classics masterfully compiles an eclectic array of horror narratives, showcasing the rich tapestry of the genre across different eras and cultures. Spanning themes of supernatural terror, psychological dread, and existential angst, this anthology unites a striking variety of literary styles—from the Gothic laced intricacies of 18th and 19th-century European masters to the unsettling specters of early modern horror. Each story, whether immersing the reader in morbid castles or urban nightmare landscapes, encapsulates the essence of fear and the sublime, thus representing a remarkable spectrum of the horror genre's evolution and scope. Standout pieces in this collection encapsulate stories of unholy bargains and encounters with the preternatural, weaving a complex web of terror that resonates with timeless existential questions. The contributing authors in this anthology are paragons of both classic and modern horror literature, hailing from diverse backgrounds and epochs. Their collective efforts reflect the influence of pivotal literary movements, including Romanticism, Gothicism, and early 20th-century Symbolism, all channeling profound societal and philosophical incongruities. Through their narratives, these authors probe the depths of human psyche, dread, and the ineffable, offering a myriad of perspectives that collectively enrich the central theme of inescapable doom and diabolical pacts. This anthology emerges not just as an assortment of narratives but as a confluence of epochal voices echoing through time. The Devil's Ultimatum is an indispensable collection for those seeking to traverse the phantasmagoric terrains of horror. It provides an unparalleled opportunity to experience diverse storytelling traditions and the multifaceted nature of fear. Whether you are a scholar of literary history or a curious reader, this volume promises to broaden your understanding of horror, offering profound insights and stimulating a deeper dialogue between the enduring legacies of its contributing authors.
Audiobook details
GenreHorror, General Fiction
Length112 hrs 26 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateJul 31, 2024
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1The Devil’s Ultimatum – 12 Horror Classics
27The Devil's Elixirs (pt. 4)
2Faust (pt. 1)
28The Devil's Elixirs (pt. 5)
3Faust (pt. 2)
29The Devil's Elixirs (pt. 6)
4Faust (pt. 3)
30Satan's Diary (pt. 1)
5Faust (pt. 4)
31Satan's Diary (pt. 2)
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6Faust (pt. 5)
32Satan's Diary (pt. 3)
7The Monk (pt. 1)
33The Mysterious Stranger (pt. 1)
8The Monk (pt. 2)
34The Mysterious Stranger (pt. 2)
9The Monk (pt. 3)
35The Mysterious Portrait
10The Monk (pt. 4)
36The Great God Pan
11The Monk (pt. 5)
37Melmoth the Wanderer (pt. 1)
12The Monk (pt. 6)
38Melmoth the Wanderer (pt. 2)
13The Monk (pt. 7)
39Melmoth the Wanderer (pt. 3)
14The Sorrows of Satan (pt. 1)
40Melmoth the Wanderer (pt. 4)
15The Sorrows of Satan (pt. 2)
41Melmoth the Wanderer (pt. 5)
16The Sorrows of Satan (pt. 3)
42Melmoth the Wanderer (pt. 6)
17The Sorrows of Satan (pt. 4)
43Melmoth the Wanderer (pt. 7)
18The Sorrows of Satan (pt. 5)
44Melmoth the Wanderer (pt. 8)
19The Sorrows of Satan (pt. 6)
45Melmoth the Wanderer (pt. 9)
20The Sorrows of Satan (pt. 7)
46Melmoth the Wanderer (pt. 10)
21The Sorrows of Satan (pt. 8)
47Melmoth the Wanderer (pt. 11)
22Vathek (pt. 1)
48Auriol; or, The Elixir of Life (pt. 1)
23Vathek (pt. 2)
49Auriol; or, The Elixir of Life (pt. 2)
24The Devil's Elixirs (pt. 1)
50Auriol; or, The Elixir of Life (pt. 3)
25The Devil's Elixirs (pt. 2)
51The Bottle Imp
26The Devil's Elixirs (pt. 3)
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