WILLIAM HOPE HODGSON Ultimate Collection: Horror Classics, Occult & Supernatural Tales and Poems
Enriched edition. Eerie Horrors and Uncanny Tales: A Literary CollectionBy William Hope Hodgson
Length59h 53m
About this audiobook
In the comprehensive anthology "WILLIAM HOPE HODGSON Ultimate Collection: Horror Classics, Occult & Supernatural Tales and Poems," readers are invited to explore the haunting and atmospheric world crafted by Hodgson, a pioneering figure in supernatural fiction. This collection delves into the macabre and the mysterious, featuring tales that blend horror with elements of the occult and philosophical musings on the nature of reality. Hodgson's vivid prose and experimental literary style, characterized by a rich use of imagery and an unsettling tone, reflect the early twentieth-century literary movement that sought to push the boundaries of the genre, influencing contemporaries like H.P. Lovecraft and later writers of weird fiction. William Hope Hodgson, a British author and poet, was profoundly impacted by his tumultuous experiences at sea and the psychological toll of World War I. These experiences informed his unique perspective on existence, fear, and the unknown, themes that permeate his work. Hodgson's fascination with the cosmic horror and the supernatural, amid the existential struggles of humanity, offers readers a glimpse into the mind of an author striving to reconcile reality with the unfathomable mysteries of life. This collection is highly recommended for lovers of gothic literature and horror enthusiasts alike. Hodgson's work, though less widely known than some of his contemporaries, is essential reading for those who seek to understand the roots of modern horror fiction. Dive into this rich tapestry of terror and the supernatural, where every tale promises to captivate and chill.
In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- A comprehensive Introduction outlines these selected works' unifying features, themes, or stylistic evolutions.
- A Historical Context section situates the works in their broader era—social currents, cultural trends, and key events that underpin their creation.
- A concise Synopsis (Selection) offers an accessible overview of the included texts, helping readers navigate plotlines and main ideas without revealing critical twists.
- A unified Analysis examines recurring motifs and stylistic hallmarks across the collection, tying the stories together while spotlighting the different work's strengths.
- Reflection questions inspire deeper contemplation of the author's overarching message, inviting readers to draw connections among different texts and relate them to modern contexts.
- Lastly, our hand‐picked Memorable Quotes distill pivotal lines and turning points, serving as touchstones for the collection's central themes.
Audiobook details
GenreHorror
Length59 hrs 53 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateJan 17, 2024
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
26To My Father (Whose feet tread the lost aeons)
2Introduction
27Author’s Introduction to the Manuscript
3Historical Context
28I The Finding of the Manuscript
4Synopsis (Selection)
29II The Plain of Silence
5WILLIAM HOPE HODGSON Ultimate Collection: Horror Classics, Occult & Supernatural Tales and Poems
30III The House in the Arena
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6Novels
31IV The Earth
7The Boats of the Glen Carrig
32V The Thing in the Pit
8I The Land of Lonesomeness
33VI The Swine-Things
9II The Ship in the Creek
34VII The Attack
10III The Thing That Made Search
35VIII After the Attack
11IV The Two Faces
36IX In the Cellars
12V The Great Storm
37X The Time of Waiting
13VI The Weed-Choked Sea
38XI The Searching of the Gardens
14VII The Island in the Weed
39XII The Subterranean Pit
15VIII The Noises in the Valley
40XIII The Trap in the Great Cellar
16IX What Happened in the Dusk
41XIV The Sea of Sleep
17X The Light in the Weed
42XV The Noise in the Night
18XI The Signals From the Ship
43XVI The Awakening
19XII The Making of the Great Bow
44XVII The Slowing Rotation
20XIII The Weed Men
45XVIII The Green Star
21XIV In Communication
46XIX The End of the Solar System
22XV Aboard the Hulk
47XX The Celestial Globes
23XVI Freed
48XXI The Dark Sun
24XVII How We Came to Our Own Country
49XXII The Dark Nebula
25The House on the Borderland
50XXIII Pepper
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The Collected Works of William Hope HodgsonWilliam Hope Hodgson61h 27m$1 · $0.00
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The Derelict (Annotated)William Hope Hodgson1h 56m$2 · $0.00
The Boats of the Glen Carrig (Unabridged)William Hope Hodgson6h 40m$1 · $0.00
The Collected Works of William Hope HodgsonWilliam Hope Hodgson60h 7m$1 · $0.00
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The Collected WorksWilliam Hope Hodgson58h 33m$2 · $0.00
The Night LandWilliam Hope Hodgson19h 47m$2 · $0.00
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Warrior’s FateWalt Browning10h 37m$20
The Picture of Dorian Gray: The Uncensored 13 Chapter Version + The Revised 20 Chapter Version (Annotated)Oscar Wilde16h 16m$2 · $0.00
The Skull of the WorldKate Forsyth10h 28m5.0 (1)$20
Reign Of AngelsBen Reeder8h 54m5.0 (1)$20
We’re AliveKc Wayland5h 10m$15
The Undead PoolKim Harrison16h 13m$33 · $0.00
Glacier's EdgeR. A. Salvatore13h 44m$33 · $0.00
Haint BlueStephanie Alexander11h 55m$23
The King in Yellow (Annotated)Robert W. Chambers8h 53m$2 · $0.00
Good OmensNeil Gaiman, Terry Pratchett12h 33m$33 · $0.00
Dark of NightJonathan Maberry, Rachael Lavin4h 59m2.0 (1)$20 · $0.00
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