The Greatest Works Of Arthur Machen

Author : Arthur Machen
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Release : 2022-11-13
Category : Fiction
ISBN : EAN:8596547396970

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The Greatest Works of Arthur Machen by Arthur Machen Pdf

Arthur Machen (1863-1947) was a Welsh author and mystic of the 1890s and early 20th century. He is best known for his influential supernatural, fantasy, and horror fiction. His novella The Great God Pan has garnered a reputation as a classic of horror (Stephen King has called it "The best horror story in the English language"). Historian of fantastic literature Brian Stableford has suggested that Machen "was the first writer of authentically modern horror stories, and his best works must still be reckoned among the finest products of the genre". Table of Contents: Novels: The Three Impostors The Hill of Dreams The Terror: A Mystery The Secret Glory Short Stories and Novellas: A Fragment of Life The White People The Great God Pan The Inmost Light The Shining Pyramid The Red Hand The Angels of Mons: The Bowmen and Other Legends of the War: The Bowmen The Soldiers' Rest The Monstrance The Dazzling Light The Bowmen And Other Noble Ghosts Change The Children of the Pool The Bright Boy The Tree of Life Opening the Door The Marriage of Panurge The Holy Things Psychology The Turanians The Rose Garden The Ceremony The Happy Children The Cosy Room Munitions of War The Great Return A New Christmas Carol The Islington Mystery Out of the Earth Essays: Hieroglyphics Dog and Duck Dreads and Dolls Translation: The Memoirs of Jacques Casanova de Seingalt, 1725-1798 Autobiography: Far Off Things Criticism: Arthur Machen: A Novelist of Ecstasy and Sin (With Two Uncollected Poems by Arthur Machen)

Author : Arthur Machen
Publisher : DigiCat
Page : 165 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2022-11-13
Category : Fiction
ISBN : EAN:8596547394006

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The Hill of Dreams by Arthur Machen Pdf

Arthur Machen (1863-1947) was a Welsh author and mystic of the 1890s and early 20th century. He is best known for his influential supernatural, fantasy, and horror fiction. His book The Great God Pan has garnered a reputation as a classic of horror (Stephen King has called it "Maybe the best horror story in the English language")

Author : Arthur Machen
Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Page : 0 pages
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Release : 2012-11-14
Category : English literature
ISBN : 1481007548

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The Works of Arthur Machen by Arthur Machen Pdf

Decadent, perverse and unreal, the strange stories of Arthur Machen uncover a lingering, ancestral horror, distantly remembered in the language of fairy tales, pagan lore, and in the secret old games that nurses teach to children. Deeply controversial in their own time, some of Machen's stories had to wait decades to for changing social mores to permit their publication. This new collection by Lowood Press combines all of Machen's most celebrated works in one volume. Herein are his greatest short stories, including The White People, The Great God Pan, The Bowmen and The Shining Pyramid; his semi-autobiographical novel, Hill of Dreams; and the original, complete version of The Three Impostors, with its interconnecting tales of occult intrigue. An unrivaled master of sacred terror and pioneer of the weird fiction genre, Machen's work has directly influenced such notable horror writers as H. P. Lovecraft, Peter Straub, and Stephen King-but it has yet to be surpassed.

Author : Arthur Machen
Publisher : DigiCat
Page : 87 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2022-09-15
Category : Fiction
ISBN : EAN:8596547321088

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A Fragment of Life by Arthur Machen Pdf

A Fragment of Life is a fantasy novella by Arthur Machen. Machen was an author and mystic known for his prominent paranormal, fantasy, and horror fiction. Excerpt: "So, day after day, he lived in the grey phantasmal world, akin to death, that has, somehow, with most of us, made good its claim to be called life. To Darnell the true life would have seemed madness, and when, now and again, the shadows and vague images reflected from its splendour fell across his path, he was afraid, and took refuge in what he would have called the sane 'reality' of common and usual incidents and interests. His absurdity was, perhaps, the more evident, inasmuch as 'reality' for him was a matter of kitchen ranges, of saving a few shillings; but in truth the folly would have been greater if it had been concerned with racing stables, steam yachts, and the spending of many thousand pounds."

Author : Arthur Machen
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 50 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2020-03
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9798620299805

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Ornaments in Jade by Arthur Machen Pdf

THE delicate and strange fancies of Arthur Machen are beautifully apparelled in the type of this thin volume. This is a limited edition of one thousand, the book being designed by T. M. Clcland, printed under his supervision by the Pynson Printers, and every copy autographed by the author. The content-there are ten short pieces in all-piques the interest with such titles as "The Turanians," "Witchcraft," "Torture," and "The Holy Things." One reads with an admiration for Machen's caressing touch upon language. Here is a lapidary and a musician of words. As for the queer beliefs and the peculiar, twisted intelligence that peer out between the words-they engender impatience and sometimes even a faint disgust. One is often not at all sure of the meaning, or sure that the author was sure. Machen is fond of using the word "hieroglyphic" and these incidents he describes are for the most part in his own particular hieroglyphic. Except that a certain tendency seems to emerge clearly. What emerges is not altogether pleasant; what seems to underlie "The Ceremony" and "Midsummer"-even "The Idealist"-is a strain of pronounced sadism. In "Torture" is described an altogether unwholesome schoolboy whose half-wittedness is possessed of an idea. He makes knives out of bits of bottle and nooses out of bits of rope and invites a little girl of twelve to the beechwood. He says he has invented a new game. The little girl is not afraid of him and gives him a spontaneous kiss, at which his intention to torture her breaks down and he falls to the ground blubbering. Here is simple pathological tragedy. But we wonder why Machen should waste his artistic skill upon it.

Author : ARTHUR MACHEN
Publisher : ببلومانيا للنشر والتوزيع
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2024-04-03
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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THE THREE IMPOSTORS or The Transmutations by ARTHUR MACHEN Pdf

The Three Imposters is a strange little book, a narrative about a secret society's efforts to retrieve a Roman coin ("The Gold Tiberius"), but this "novel" appears to be little more than a convenient device for telling a series of marvelous, horrific tales. Two of these tales--"The Novel of the Black Seal" and "The Novel of the White Powder"--are first-class works of imaginative fiction, and the entire book itself is entrancing, reminiscent of Stevenson's New Arabian Nights in its descriptions of London--conveyed in musical, Swinburneian prose--make of this nineteenth century metropolis something as exotic and fantastic as the Baghdad of Haroun al-Rashid. In addition, this collection contains not only two short stories but also the novella "The Great God Pan," one of the acknowledged classics of the weird tale. Its Chinese box structure--the horror revealed in fragments, in various voices, with lacunae which must be supplied by the reader--makes the narrative all the more compelling and terrifying in its obliqueness. (Lovecraft used this structure as his model for "The Call of Cthulhu.") "The Great God Pan" has an interesting plot as well, in that it is an inversion of the Ripper murders which occurred only a few years before. Instead of lower-class women murdered in the slums by an unknown male slasher, we have wealthy young men committing suicide in the most fashionable sections of London--and this time a mysterious woman seems to be involved.

Author : Arthur Machen
Publisher : Lindhardt og Ringhof
Page : 18 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2021-03-11
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9788726615326

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The Inmost Light by Arthur Machen Pdf

Machen’s occult investigator Dyson is back to the job with another murder mystery. 'The Inmost Light' presents Dyson’s first-hand account of a story he witnessed - the wife of a famous London doctor is found dead. However, the factors that came into play to cause her death can only be described as supernatural. A horrific transformation and a tinkering with the soul that resulted in her inevitable demise. 'The Inmost Light' presents implicit horrors rather than the overt horrors commonplace in for example H. P. Lovecraft’s fiction. Fans of the supernatural horror genre will love this story. Jorge Luis Borges cited Machen as a great writer and an inspiration for the magical realism movement in literature. Notorious occultist Aleister Crowley also greatly admired Machen for effortlessly crossing over the threshold that separates reality and the magical realm. Strongly recommended for fans of the 'Good Omens' series inspired by Terry Pratchett's fiction and starring Michael Sheen and David Tennant. Fans of the HBO show 'Lovecraft Country' may also find a true Lovecraft-ian treasure trove hidden between these pages Arthur Machen (1863-1947) was a Welsh writer of supernatural, fantasy, and horror novels. Before his literary career skyrocketed he also worked as a journalist and an actor. His major belief was that the ordinary and external world surreptitiously conceals something far more mysterious and bizarre. In turn, we are deeply interested in trying to lift the veil enshrouding the threshold separating the two. His most acclaimed works include the classic horror novella 'The Great God Pan' and the semi-autobiographical 'The Hill of Dreams'.

Author : Arthur Machen
Publisher : e-artnow
Page : 849 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2017-06-21
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9788075833822

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The Greatest Works of Arthur Machen - Ultimate Horror & Dark Fantasy Collection by Arthur Machen Pdf

This unique collection of Arthur Machen's Greatest Occult & Supernatural Works has been designed and formatted to the highest digital standards. "The Three Impostors" is an episodic novel incorporating several weird stories, and culminates in a final denouement of deadly horror, connected with a secret society devoted to debauched pagan rites. "The Hill of Dreams" recounts the life of a young man, Lucian Taylor, focusing on his dreamy childhood in rural Wales, in a town based on Caerleon. "The Terror: — In wartime Britain, a series of unexplained murders occur with no sign of who or what is responsible. "The Secret Glory" — A public school boy becomes fascinated by tales of the Holy Grail and escapes from his repressive school in search of a deeper meaning to life. "The White People" — A young girl's diary, recounting tales told her by her nurse, and her increasingly deep delving into magic. "The Great God Pan" was at first widely denounced by the press as degenerate and horrific because of its decadent style and sexual content, although it has since garnered a reputation as a classic of horror. "The Inmost Light" — A scientist imprisons his wife's soul in a shining jewel, letting something else into her untenanted body, but the jewel is stolen. "The Shining Pyramid" — Strange arrangements of stones appear at the edge of a young man's property. He and a friend attempt to decipher their meaning before it is too late. "The Red Hand" — It focuses on a murder performed with an ancient stone axe. Arthur Machen (1863-1947) was a Welsh author and mystic of the 1890s and early 20th century. He is best known for his influential supernatural, fantasy, and horror fiction. Table of Contents: The Three Impostors The Hill of Dreams The Terror The Secret Glory The White People The Great God Pan The Inmost Light The Shining Pyramid The Red Hand The Great Return The Bowmen The Children of the Pool The Bright Boy ...

Author : Arthur Machen
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 182 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2020-08-05
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9783752411959

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The House of Souls by Arthur Machen Pdf

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Author : Arthur Machen
Publisher : Good Press
Page : 52 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2021-11-09
Category : Fiction
ISBN : EAN:4066338092205

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The Novel of the Black Seal by Arthur Machen Pdf

"The Novel of the Black Seal" by Arthur Machen is a classic tale that delves into the mysterious and the unknown. Machen's signature style of blending the supernatural with the mundane is evident in this work, making it a captivating read for those who enjoy tales that challenge the boundaries of reality.

Author : Arthur 1863-1947 Machen
Publisher : Legare Street Press
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2023-07-18
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1019410884

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The London Adventure; an Essay in Wandering by Arthur 1863-1947 Machen Pdf

In this charming and insightful essay, Arthur Machen takes the reader on a journey through the streets and alleys of London. Through his keen observations and thoughtful reflections, Machen provides a unique perspective on the city that he loved. A must-read for anyone interested in the history and culture of London. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Author : Arthur Machen
Publisher : DigiCat
Page : 46 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2022-08-01
Category : Fiction
ISBN : EAN:8596547129165

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The Great Return by Arthur Machen Pdf

DigiCat Publishing presents to you this special edition of "The Great Return" by Arthur Machen. DigiCat Publishing considers every written word to be a legacy of humankind. Every DigiCat book has been carefully reproduced for republishing in a new modern format. The books are available in print, as well as ebooks. DigiCat hopes you will treat this work with the acknowledgment and passion it deserves as a classic of world literature.

Author : Arthur Machen,Susan Russell,Rosalie Parker,Valerie Chidson,Barry K. Russell
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 129 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2000
Category : Horror tales, English
ISBN : 1872621465

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The Green Round by Arthur Machen,Susan Russell,Rosalie Parker,Valerie Chidson,Barry K. Russell Pdf

Author : Arthur Machen
Publisher : Read Books Ltd
Page : 164 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2018-11-22
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781528785259

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Holy Terrors by Arthur Machen Pdf

This vintage book contains a collection of chilling and macabre stories by Welsh author and mystic Arthur Machan. The stories include: “The Brightest Boy”, “The Tree of Life”, “Opening the Door”, “The Marriage of Panurge”, “The Holy Things”, “Psychology”, “The Turanians”, “The Rose Garden”, “The Ceremony”, “The Soldiers' Rest”, “The Happy Children”, “The Cosy Room”, “Munitions of War”, “The Great Return”, and more. These unsettling supernatural tales are not to be missed by lovers of horror or mystery fiction, and they would make for worthy additions to allied collections. Arthur Machen (1863 – 1947) was a Welsh author and renowned mystic during the 1890s and early 20th century who garnered literary acclaim for his contributions to the supernatural, horror, and fantasy fiction genres. His seminal novella “The Great God Pan” (1890) has become a classic of horror fiction, with Stephen King describing it as one of the best horror stories ever written in the English language. Other notable fans of his gruesome tales include William Butler Yeats and Arthur Conan Doyle; and his work has been compared to that of Robert Louis Stevenson, Bram Stoker, and Oscar Wilde. Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially-commissioned new biography of the author.

Author : Arthur Machen
Publisher : BoD – Books on Demand
Page : 86 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 2020-08-05
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9783752415056

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The Terror by Arthur Machen Pdf

Reproduction of the original: The Terror by Arthur Machen