Cornish Horrors

Author : Joan Passey
Publisher : British Library
Page : 320 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2021-07
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0712353992

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Cornish Horrors by Joan Passey Pdf

A mariner inherits a skull that screams incessantly along with the roar of the sea; a phantom hare stalks the moors to deliver justice for a crime long dead; a man witnesses a murder in the Cornish woods, only to wonder whether it was he himself who committed the crime. Offering a bounty of lost or forgotten strange and Gothic tales set in Cornwall, Cornish Horrors explores the rich folklore and traditions of the county in a journey through mines, local mythology, shipwrecks, seascapes, and the coming of the railway and tourism. With tales by horror luminaries such as Bram Stoker, Poe, and Mary Elizabeth Braddon, this edition also features a host of underappreciated writers such as F. Tennyson Jesse and Margery Williams - said to be a strong influence on Lovecraft's writing.

Author : Christopher Redmond
Publisher : Wildside Press LLC
Page : 306 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2017-12-10
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781479435951

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About Being a Sherlockian by Christopher Redmond Pdf

Who is a Sherlockian? And how does one join the ranks of Sherlockians? In "About Being a Sherlockian," sixty essays explore what it is to be a Sherlockian and celebrate the enduring friendships created. From collecting to chronology, from cosplay to cons, from quasi-historical interpretations to pastiches and fan-fiction, the umbrella of Being a Sherlockian covers a myriad of interests and enthusiasms. Editor Christopher Redmond says: "Perhaps most of the readers will be those who are already Sherlockians, but if the book should fall into the hands of someone who is not, I think it will give a very appealing picture of the endless riches to be found in What It Is We Do." "Dip a toe, or even a whole foot into the world of Sherlockian fervor with this extraordinary book which illuminates the life-changing benefits of deep involvement with Holmes, Watson and their world. Les Klinger made me 'come out' as a Sherlockian and my world is richer for it, as it is for the candid writers of this wonderful and surprising collection of essays." —Bonnie MacBird, author of "Art in the Blood" and "Unquiet Spirits"

Author : Philippa Holloway
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 303 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2024-06-27
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9783031499555

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Writing Landscape and Setting in the Anthropocene by Philippa Holloway Pdf

Author : William Digby
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 536 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 1878
Category : Electronic
ISBN : BSB:BSB11371960

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The famine campaign in Southern India by William Digby Pdf

Author : Ronald Burt De Waal
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 434 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 1994
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : IND:30000042761506

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The Universal Sherlock Holmes by Ronald Burt De Waal Pdf

Author : Joan Passey
Publisher : University of Wales Press
Page : 286 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2023-06-15
Category : History
ISBN : 9781786839923

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Cornish Gothic, 1830-1913 by Joan Passey Pdf

This book asks why so many authors drew on Cornwall for inspiration across the long nineteenth century, and considers the seismic cultural changes in Cornwall that spurred this interest – from the collapse of the mining industry to the developing national rail network; from the birth of tourism to the neomedieval rise in interest in King Arthur. Understanding frequently overlooked Cornwall in this period is vital to understanding Gothic literature, the Victorian imagination, intellectual and creative networks, and attitudes towards regionality. The first part of the book considers landscape and legend, defining a mining Gothic tradition, exposing the shipwreck as Gothic mastertrope, and demonstrating how antiquarians drew from Cornish legends and lore. The second part explores encounters with modernity, investigating the impact of railway expansion on access to Cornwall, the development of a Cornish King Arthur as a key figure of Victorian masculinity, and the specific features of the Cornish ghost story.

Author : Peter Hutchings
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 447 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2017-11-22
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 9781538102442

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Historical Dictionary of Horror Cinema by Peter Hutchings Pdf

Horror is one of the most enduring and controversial of all cinematic genres. Horror films range from subtle and poetic to graphic and gory, but what links them together is their ability to frighten, disturb, shock, provoke, delight, irritate, and amuse audiences. Horror’s capacity to take the form of our evolving fears and anxieties has ensured not only its notoriety but also its long-term survival and international popularity. This second edition has been comprehensively updated to capture all that is important and exciting about the horror genre as it exists today. Its new entries feature the creative personalities who have developed innovative forms of horror, and recent major films and cycles of films that ensure horror’s continuing popularity and significance. In addition, many of the other entries have been expanded to include reference to the contemporary scene, giving a clear picture of how horror cinema is constantly renewing and transforming itself. The Historical Dictionary of Horror Cinema traces the development of the genre from its beginnings to the present. This is done through a chronology, an introductory essay, a bibliography, and hundreds of cross-referenced dictionary entries. The entries cover all major movie villains, including Frankenstein and his monsters, the vampire, the werewolf, the mummy, the zombie, the ghost and the serial killer; film directors, producers, writers, actors, cinematographers, make-up artists, special-effects technicians, and composers who have helped shape horror history; significant production companies; major films that are milestones in the development of the horror genre; and different national traditions in horror cinema – as well as popular themes, formats, conventions, and cycles.

Author : Arthur Conan Doyle
Publisher : W. W. Norton & Company
Page : 1110 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780393059151

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The New Annotated Sherlock Holmes: The Complete Short Stories: The Return of Sherlock Holmes, His Last Bow and The Case-Book of Sherlock Holmes (Non-Slipcased Edition) (Vol. 2) (The Annotated Books) by Arthur Conan Doyle Pdf

Collects Doyle's short stories that star Sherlock Holmes, each of which is annotated to provide literary and cultural details about Victorian society, and also includes biographies of Holmes, Dr. Watson, and the author himself.

Author : Peter Hutchings
Publisher : Scarecrow Press
Page : 432 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2009-09-02
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 9780810870505

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The A to Z of Horror Cinema by Peter Hutchings Pdf

Horror is one of the most enduring and controversial of all cinematic genres. Horror films range from the subtle and the poetic to the graphic and the gory but what links them all is their ability to frighten, disturb, shock, provoke, delight, irritate, amuse, and bemuse audiences. Horror's capacity to serve as an outlet to capture the changing patterns of our fears and anxieties has ensured not only its notoriety but also its long-term survival and its international popularity. Above all, however, it is the audience's continual desire to experience new frights and evermore-horrifying sights that continue to make films like The Exorcist, A Nightmare on Elm Street, Halloween, Night of the Living Dead, The Texas Chainsaw Massacre, Psycho, Ringu, and The Shining captivate viewers. The A to Z of Horror Cinema traces the development of horror cinema from the beginning of the 20th century to the present day. This is done through a chronology, an introductory essay, a bibliography, and hundreds of cross-referenced dictionary entries. Entries cover all the major movie villains, including Frankenstein and his monster, the vampire, the werewolf, the mummy, the zombie, the ghost, and the serial killer; the film directors, producers, writers, actors, cinematographers, make-up artists, special effects technicians, and composers who have helped to shape horror history; significant production companies and the major films that have come to stand as milestones in the development of the horror genre; and the different national traditions in horror cinema as well as horror's most popular themes, formats, conventions, and cycles.

Author : Steven Doyle,David A. Crowder
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 384 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2010-02-22
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : 9780470647370

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Sherlock Holmes For Dummies by Steven Doyle,David A. Crowder Pdf

Get a comprehensive guide to this important literary figure and his author. A classic literary character, Sherlock Holmes has fascinated readers for decades -- from his repartee with Dr. Watson and his unparalleled powers of deduction to the settings, themes, and villains of the stories. Now, this friendly guide offers a clear introduction to this beloved figure and his author, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, presenting new insight into the detective stories and crime scene analysis that have has made Sherlock Holmes famous. Inside you'll find easy-to-understand yet thorough information on the characters, recurring themes, and locations, and social context of the Sherlock Holmes stories, the relationship of these stories to literature, and the forensics and detective work they feature. You'll also learn about the life of the author. Better understand and enjoy this influential literary character with this plain-English guide. Gain insight on these classic Doyle tales -- from the classic Hound of the Baskervilles to the lesser-known short stories to Holmes stories written by other mystery writers. Explore the appearance of Sherlock Holmes on film, TV, and stage. Examine Holmes today -- from the ever-expanding network of fans worldwide to story locations that fans can visit. It's elementary! Sherlock Holmes For Dummies is an indispensable guide for students and fans alike!

Author : Cathryn J. Pearce
Publisher : Boydell & Brewer
Page : 280 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 2010
Category : History
ISBN : 9781843835554

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Cornish Wrecking, 1700-1860 by Cathryn J. Pearce Pdf

Discusses the complex laws and practices relating to wreck law, that is the right to salvage goods washed up on the shore, examines how Cornish people made use of this "harvest of the sea" and explores how myths about Cornish wrecking have developed.

Author : William Garnett
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 90 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 1989
Category : Cornwall (England : County)
ISBN : 0907018742

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Horrors and Hauntings in Cornwall by William Garnett Pdf

Author : Ruth Heholt,Tanya Krzywinska
Publisher : Anthem Press
Page : 90 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 2022-01-11
Category : Art
ISBN : 9781785279072

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Gothic Kernow: Cornwall as Strange Fiction by Ruth Heholt,Tanya Krzywinska Pdf

Focussing on written and visual culture that is made in or made about Cornwall, this book argues that Cornwall and the Scilly Isles (known as ‘Kernow’ in the Cornish language) have a special relationship with Gothic, one that has been overlooked in the literature on regional Gothic.

Author : Ronald Burt De Waal
Publisher : Hamden, Conn. : Archon Books
Page : 632 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 1980
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : UOM:39015047759785

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The International Sherlock Holmes by Ronald Burt De Waal Pdf

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 564 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 1997
Category : Holmes, Sherlock (Fictitious character)
ISBN : STANFORD:36105021599357

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Baker Street Journal by Anonim Pdf