
Length965h 13m
About this audiobook
Warlock's Play: 550+ Supernatural Mysteries, Macabre & Horror Classics' is an unparalleled anthology that casts a wide net across the shadowy waters of supernatural literature, pulling from the depths a staggering array of narratives that have shaped the horror and gothic genres. This collection boasts an eclectic mix of styles and forms, ranging from Victorian ghost stories to eerie folk tales and psychological thrillers, encapsulating the development of horror literature from its inception to its maturity. The anthology is meticulously curated to highlight the evolution of the genre, featuring seminal works that have haunted readers' imaginations for centuries, alongside lesser-known gems that deserve the spotlight. The contributing authors are a veritable who's who of classic literary giants, each bringing their unique voice and cultural backdrop to the overarching theme of the supernatural and macabre. From the grim moors of England to the haunted castles of Eastern Europe, the works included in this collection reflect diverse historical and cultural perspectives that enrich the genre. Notably, the collection includes pioneers who have influenced myriad literary movements, from Romanticism to Realism and beyond, offering readers a comprehensive view of the psychological and societal underpinnings of fear and the supernatural. 'Readers, venture if you dare into the pages of 'Warlock's Play', where each story serves not only as a chilling encounter but also as a profound exploration of the human psyche's complexities. This anthology is an essential compendium for scholars and enthusiasts alike, offering a unique lens through which to explore perennial themes of fear, superstition, and the unknown. Through its formidable breadth and depth, the collection encourages a dialogue between epochs, authors, and disciplines, making it an invaluable addition to any literary collection.
Audiobook details
GenreHorror, Mystery and Thriller
Length965 hrs 13 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 21, 2018
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1The Web
26The Gold-Bug
2Warlock’s Play: 550+ Supernatural Mysteries, Macabre & Horror Classics
27Metzengerstein
3Introduction: Supernatural Horror in Literature by H. P. Lovecraft
28The Assignation
4Introduction
29Berenice
5The Dawn of the Horror-Tale
30Morella
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6The Early Gothic Novel
31King Pest
7The Apex of Gothic Romance
32Shadow
8The Aftermath of Gothic Fiction
33Silence
9Spectral Literature on the Continent
34Ligeia
10Edgar Allan Poe
35William Wilson
11The Weird Tradition in America
36The Man of the Crowd
12The Weird Tradition in the British Isles
37The Oval Portrait
13The Modern Masters
38The Premature Burial
14Supernatural & Mystery Thrillers
39The Imp of the Perverse
15Edgar Allan Poe
40The Facts in the Case of M. Valdemar
16The Tell-Tale Heart
41Hop-Frog
17The Fall of the House of Usher
42Henry James
18The Cask of Amontillado
43The Turn of the Screw (pt. 1)
19The Pit and the Pendulum
44The Turn of the Screw (pt. 2)
20The Masque of the Red Death
45The Romance of Certain Old Clothes
21The Black Cat
46Owen Wingrave
22The Oblong Box
47The Real Right Thing
23The Murders in the Rue Morgue
48Jolly Corner
24The Purloined Letter
49Sir Edmund Orme
25The Mystery of Marie Rogêt
50The Ghostly Rental