
Length972h 54m
About this audiobook
In 'THE SPELL HAS BEGUN: 550+ Supernatural Mysteries, Macabre & Horror Classics', readers are offered a mesmerizing journey through the shadowed realms of the supernatural and macabre. This expansive collection covers a wide spectrum of literary styles including eerie gothic tales, mysterious spectral encounters, and horror classics that have shaped the genre. Each piece is a tribute to the craftsmanship of suspense and the uncanny, with standout narratives that envelop the reader in haunting atmospheres. The anthology reflects the diverse evolution of supernatural storytelling, capturing the innovation and timeless appeal of this dark literary tradition. The anthology brings together a stellar roster of contributors whose works span two centuries, capturing pivotal moments in horror and supernatural literature. The likes of Dickens, Poe, and Lovecraft provide foundational tales that have both inspired and terrified generations, while lesser-known voices offer fresh perspectives and untold narratives that expand the thematic spectrum. Collectively, these authors represent a blend of classic literary movements and evolving avant-garde expressions, enriching the anthology with multiple interpretations of the supernatural. Their varied backgrounds and diverse cultural roots imbue the collection with a remarkable depth that transcends temporal and geographical boundaries. 'THE SPELL HAS BEGUN' is an essential compendium for anyone fascinated by the myriad forms of supernatural storytelling. It offers an unparalleled opportunity to experience the chilling interplay of fear and imagination crafted by masters of the genre. Beyond mere thrills, the collection promises to educate and enlighten readers about the evolution of horror and the supernatural in literature, crossing barriers of time and cultural narrative. It is a celebration of literary horror's grand tradition and an invitation to engage with timeless tales that continue to resonate with mystery and intrigue.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★★ 4.4 (18)
Includes Amazon
GenreHorror, General Fiction
Length972 hrs 54 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 16, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
26Morella
2The Dawn of the Horror-Tale
27King Pest
3The Early Gothic Novel
28Shadow
4The Apex of Gothic Romance
29Silence
5The Aftermath of Gothic Fiction
30Ligeia
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6Spectral Literature on the Continent
31William Wilson
7Edgar Allan Poe
32The Man of the Crowd
8The Weird Tradition in America
33The Oval Portrait
9The Weird Tradition in the British Isles
34The Premature Burial
10The Modern Masters
35The Imp of the Perverse
11Edgar Allan Poe
36The Facts in the Case of M. Valdemar
12The Tell-Tale Heart
37Hop-Frog
13The Fall of the House of Usher
38Henry James
14The Cask of Amontillado
39The Turn of the Screw (pt. 1)
15The Pit and the Pendulum
40The Turn of the Screw (pt. 2)
16The Masque of the Red Death
41The Romance of Certain Old Clothes
17The Black Cat
42Owen Wingrave
18The Oblong Box
43The Real Right Thing
19The Murders in the Rue Morgue
44Jolly Corner
20The Purloined Letter
45Sir Edmund Orme
21The Mystery of Marie Rogêt
46The Ghostly Rental
22The Gold-Bug
47The Way It Came
23Metzengerstein
48The Third Person
24The Assignation
49Algernon Blackwood
25Berenice
50I