Varney the Vampire stands as a monumental collection in the Gothic literature domain, eloquently showcasing the emergence and evolution of vampire lore in Victorian England. This anthology encapsulates rigorous explorations of themes such as morality, immortality, and existential dread, articulated through a mosaic of epistolary accounts, poetic prose, and chilling narrative segments. Its resonance with the angst and aestheticism of the Victorian era invites readers to a profound journey through the darkest recesses of human fear and fascination with the supernatural, making it a cornerstone collection for enthusiasts and scholars alike. The anthology's masterful weaving by James Malcolm Rymer and Thomas Peckett Prest, both pivotal figures in the penny dreadful phenomenon, offers a panoramic view of the cultural and literary impulses that shaped the era's affinity for horror and melodrama. These authors, through their collaborative zeitgeist, align Varney the Vampire with pivotal gothic conventions and the public's voracious appetite for sensationalism, thereby enriching the gothic tapestry with their serialized narratives that captivated and horrified their contemporaries. Varney the Vampire is an indispensable resource for anyone keen to delve into the origins and complexities of vampire mythology and 19th-century Gothic literature. It provides an exceptional opportunity to explore a pivotal era in literary history through a diverse array of narrative styles and thematic explorations. Readers will find in Varney not only a historical artifact but also a source of continuing relevance and intrigue that invites reflection on larger existential questions through the lens of its immortal protagonist.
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Título : Varney the Vampire
EAN : 4064066382056
Editorial : Musaicum Books
Fecha de publicación
: 7/5/21
Formato : ePub
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