Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu was an esteemed Irish writer, known for his significant contributions to the gothic horror genre. Born on August 28, 1814, in Dublin, Ireland, Le Fanu hailed from a literary family which influenced his future as a storyteller. He studied law at Trinity College Dublin but his passion for writing led him to a career in journalism and later as a prolific author. Le Fanu became the proprietor of several newspapers, including the 'Dublin University Magazine', where he would often publish his own works. His legacy as a master of mystery and the supernatural is built on his unique ability to meld the gothic with the realities of Irish society. 'A Chapter in the History of a Tyrone Family' is a classic example of his craft. It showcases Le Fanu's skillful use of first-person narrative and serves as a precursor to his more famous works, such as 'Uncle Silas' and 'Carmilla'. These novels have etched his name in literary history and have influenced many subsequent authors in the horror and mystery genres. Le Fanu's use of psychological terror and the subtle buildup of suspense rather than overt horror set his style apart from his peers. Despite his death on February 7, 1873, Le Fanu's stories continue to be a staple for those seeking the thrilling chill of gothic fiction.
Erscheint lt. Verlag | 3.6.2022 |
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Verlagsort | Prague |
Sprache | englisch |
Themenwelt | Literatur ► Krimi / Thriller / Horror ► Horror |
Kunst / Musik / Theater ► Malerei / Plastik | |
Schlagworte | 1830s works • 19th century Irish authors • classic horror tales • Creepy atmosphere • Culture • Dark Secrets • Fiction • Ghost Stories • Gothic literature • Historical Fiction Ireland • Horror • Humanities • irish author • Irish Gothic Fiction • Marriage secrets • Mystery Thriller • scottish gothic • Sheridan Le Fanu novels • Short Stories • Speculative Fiction • supernatural elements • Supernatural Fiction • Tyrone Family fiction • Tyrone family history • Victorian Era • victorian era literature |
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