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The Perturbed Self

Autor: Mengxing Fu

Número de Páginas: 146

By comparison of late nineteenth-century ghost stories between China and Britain, this monograph traces the entangled dynamics between ghost story writing, history-making, and the moulding of a gendered self. Associated with times of anxiety, groups under marginalisation, and tensions with orthodox narratives, ghost stories from two distinguished literary traditions are explored through the writings and lives of four innovative writers of this period, namely Xuan Ding (宣鼎) and Wang Tao (王韬) in China and Vernon Lee and E. Nesbit in Britain. Through this cross-cultural investigation, the book illuminates how a gendered self is constructed in each culture and what cultural baggage and assets are brought into this construction. It also ventures to sketch a common poetics underlying a "literature of the anomaly" that can be both destabilising and constructive, subversive, and coercive. This book will be welcomed by the Gothic studies community, as well as scholars working in the fields of women’s writing, nineteenth-century British literature, and Chinese literature.

Tales of the Troubled Dead

Autor: Catherine Belsey

Número de Páginas: 289

Considers the ways ghost stories appeal to our uneasy relationship with conventional good senseWhat do they want, the ghosts that, even in the age of science, still haunt our storytelling? Catherine Belsey's answer to the question traces Gothic writing and tales of the uncanny from the ancient past to the present - from Homer and the Icelandic sagas to Lincoln in the Bardo. Taking Shakespeare's Ghost in Hamlet as a turning point in the history of the genre, she uncovers the old stories the play relies on, as well as its influence on later writing. This ghostly trail is vividly charted through accredited records of apparitions and fiction by such writers as Ann Radcliffe, Washington Irving, Emily Bront Nathaniel Hawthorne, Henry James, M. R. James and Susan Hill. In recent blockbusting movies, too, ghost stories bring us fragments of news from the unknown. Traces examples of ghost stories from Homer to the present dayDescribes the aspects of storytelling designed to involve readersIncludes stories of attested apparitions, as well as fiction by a wide range of both canonical and popular authors

The History of British Women's Writing, 1880-1920

Autor: Holly A. Laird

Número de Páginas: 335

The ranks of English women writers rose steeply in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, contributing to the era’s revolutionary social movements as well as to transforming literary genres in prose and poetry. The phenomena of ‘the new’ — ‘New Women’, ‘New Unionism’, ‘New Imperialism’, ‘New Ethics’, ‘New Critics’, ‘New Journalism’, ‘New Man’ — are this moment’s touchstones. This book tracks the period's new social phenomena and unfolds its distinctively modern modes of writing. It provides expert introductions amid new insights into women’s writing throughout the United Kingdom and around the globe.

Grim Tales

Autor: Edith Nesbit

Número de Páginas: 71

Nesbit's collection of horror stories, featuring "The Ebony Frame": A man inherits a house and its furnishings from his aunt. Among the items in the attic is the painting of a beautiful woman that casts a spell over him.This is a tale of past lives, star-crossed love, possible second chances - and a bargain with the devil.

The Argosy

Autor: Mrs. Henry Wood , Charles William Wood

Número de Páginas: 552

A magazine of tales, travels, essays, and poems.

Secret Gardens

Autor: Humphrey Carpenter

Número de Páginas: 235

Covering the period from the publication of Alice's Adventures in Wonderland to Winnie-the-Pooh, Humphrey Carpenter examines the lives and writings of Lewis Carroll, Kenneth Grahame, George Macdonald, Louisa May Alcott, Frances Hodgson Burnett, A.A. Milne and others whose works make up the Golden Age of children's literature. Both a collective biography and a work of criticism, Secret Gardens forces us to reconsider childhood classics in a new light. ' Secret Gardens permits us to see in a fresh light the interaction between cultural history and literature, and to realize that ... it wasn't mere misfits who withdrew into the writing of children's books, but rather the sort of misfits who reflected the prevailing dissatisfactions of the age.' New York Times Book Review

Complete Works

Autor: Mary Elizabeth Braddon

Número de Páginas: 11312

The "Complete Works" of Mary Elizabeth Braddon showcases the prolific talent of a central figure in Victorian literature. Renowned for her pioneering contributions to the sensation fiction genre, Braddon combines thrilling plots with intricate social commentary. The collection encompasses her most notable novels, including the infamous "Lady Audley's Secret," while reflecting the era's anxieties regarding gender, class, and morality. Braddon's skillful use of suspense and psychological depth invites readers into a world where the boundaries of propriety are tantalizingly tested, underpinned by rich, lyrical prose that captures the complexities of human emotion. As a writer, Mary Elizabeth Braddon was profoundly influenced by her own experiences, having navigated her way through a male-dominated literary landscape with determination and acumen. Her background as a theater actress and her early career as a writer for popular magazines enriched her narrative techniques and her engagement with contemporary social issues. Braddon'Äôs exploration of themes such as femininity and deception not only contributed to her success during the Victorian era but also established her as a...

The Complete Works

Autor: Stanley G. Weinbaum

Número de Páginas: 805

Good Press presents to you this unique collection, designed and formatted to the highest digital standards and adjusted for readability on all devices. Contents: Novels The Black Flame The Dark Other Short Stories A Martian Odyssey Valley of DreamsFlight on TitanParasite Planet The Lotus EatersPygmalion's Spectacles The Worlds of If The IdealThe Planet of DoubtThe Adaptive Ultimate The Red Peri The Mad MoonThe Point of View Redemption CairnThe Circle of Zero Proteus Island GraphThe Brink of Infinity Shifting Seas Tidal Moon Dawn of Flame Green Glow of Death Poems The Last Martian Autobiography

The Coming Race

Autor: Edward Bulwer-lytton

Número de Páginas: 177

In 'The Coming Race,' Edward Bulwer-Lytton presents a fascinating exploration of an advanced subterranean civilization known as the Vril-ya, who possess remarkable powers harnessed from a mysterious energy source called Vril. The narrative unfolds through the eyes of an intrepid explorer who discovers this hidden society, raising profound questions about evolution, technology, and the potential trajectory of humanity. Bulwer-Lytton's literary style is marked by his adept use of vivid descriptions and philosophical musings, reflecting the Victorian era's fascination with speculative fiction and science. The novel stands as a precursor to later scientific romances, intertwining gothic elements with utopian ideals, thus situating itself within the broader context of 19th-century literature that grappled with emerging scientific advancements and societal change. Edward Bulwer-Lytton, a prominent figure of Victorian literature, was not only a novelist but also a playwright and politician. His interest in metaphysical themes and societal progress is evident in his body of work. Having experienced political upheaval and advancements in science during his lifetime, he sought to address...

The Secret Doctrine

Autor: Helena Blavatsky

Número de Páginas: 1600

In "The Secret Doctrine," Helena Blavatsky offers a profound exploration of esoteric philosophies, weaving together Eastern and Western spiritual traditions. The book presents a synthesis of ancient wisdom and modern thought, structured around the foundational concepts of cosmic evolution, the nature of consciousness, and the interconnectedness of all life. Blavatsky employs a richly symbolic literary style, drawing on extensive historical and philosophical references to illuminate her vision of an underlying unity in diverse spiritual practices. Situated in the context of the late 19th century's burgeoning interest in the occult and spirituality, the text serves as a cornerstone of theosophical discourse, challenging readers to dive deep into mysteries of existence and the hidden laws governing the universe. Helena Blavatsky, co-founder of the Theosophical Society, was a pivotal figure in the revival of mysticism and spiritual inquiry during her time. Her travels through India and Tibet, along with her exposure to various esoteric traditions, significantly informed her worldview and her writings. Blavatsky's unique position as a woman in a male-dominated intellectual landscape...

Lady Audley's Secret

Autor: Mary Elizabeth Braddon

Número de Páginas: 413

In Mary Elizabeth Braddon's groundbreaking novel, Lady Audley's Secret, readers are drawn into a gripping narrative that intertwines themes of deception, identity, and the complexities of gender roles in Victorian England. Through her vibrant prose and vivid characterizations, Braddon skillfully navigates the psychological tension inherent in her plot, which revolves around the mysterious and beautiful Lady Audley, whose dark past threatens to unravel her carefully constructed life. The novel is emblematic of the sensation fiction genre, which challenges conventional moral standards and delves into the darker aspects of human nature, making it a significant work in the context of Victorian literature. Mary Elizabeth Braddon was not only a prolific writer but also a trailblazer for women in literature, often drawing upon her own experiences in a male-dominated society. By authoring this novel in 1862, she not only addressed the societal anxieties surrounding marriage and femininity but also showcased her keen understanding of criminal psychology, as evidenced by her background in working for a publisher. Her writings reflect her progressive views on women'Äôs independence and...

Isis Unveiled (Vol.1&2)

Autor: Helena Blavatsky

Número de Páginas: 1416

In "Isis Unveiled," Helena Blavatsky presents a comprehensive examination of the mystical and esoteric traditions that underpin both Western and Eastern spiritual thought. Written in a dense yet poetic style, the text is heavily intertextual, drawing on a variety of sources'Äîfrom ancient texts to contemporary philosophical discourses. Blavatsky challenges the materialistic orthodoxy of her time and advocates for the perennial wisdom found in theosophy, asserting a deep interconnection between science and spirituality. The dual volumes function as both a critique of contemporary religion and an invitation to explore a more universal spiritual understanding, employing rich allegory and intricate symbolism to present her arguments compellingly. Helena Blavatsky, a prominent figure in the 19th-century occult revival, co-founded the Theosophical Society and was instrumental in reintroducing Eastern philosophies to the Western world. Her own eclectic background'Äîspanning Russia, Europe, and the Far East'Äîalong with her dedication to exploring and synthesizing different spiritual traditions, greatly informed her philosophical outlook and writings. In "Isis Unveiled," Blavatsky...

Tales from the Dead

Autor: Edith Nesbit

Número de Páginas: 52

Edith Nesbit, 1858 -1924 author and poet, was known for her over 60 adventurous children's stories; however, she began her career writing poetry to support her rather mixed family. This included her husband, his mistress and the child of the mistress as well as herself. She also ventured into the supernatural short stories for an adult audience. She called her collection of seven tales, 'Grim Tales.' Her classic style and imagery has proven to be ageless and inspirational to modern writers. Recommended by The Gunston Trust - Young Adult+

The Mysteries of Udolpho

Autor: Ann Radcliffe

Número de Páginas: 779

In "The Mysteries of Udolpho," Ann Radcliffe masterfully weaves a tale of gothic romance punctuated by the sublime and the terrifying. Set against the scenic backdrop of the French countryside and the imposing Udolpho Castle, Radcliffe explores themes of fear, imagination, and the repressive societal norms of her time. Her rich, descriptive prose employs a distinctive style that emphasizes atmospheric tension and the psychological complexity of her characters, inviting readers to grapple with the secrets that haunt both the landscape and the hearts of its inhabitants. The novel serves as a cornerstone of the Gothic literature movement, reflective of the late 18th-century interest in the supernatural and the exploration of the human psyche. Ann Radcliffe, a pioneering figure in the genre, was profoundly influenced by her own experiences and the Romantic ideals of her era. Born in 1764, her upbringing in rural England exposed her to the power of landscape and emotion, elements that permeate her narratives. Radcliffe's own literary innovations, particularly her use of detailed settings and suspenseful narrative techniques, have left an indelible mark on subsequent generations of...

HELENA BLAVATSKY Premium Collection

Autor: Helena Blavatsky

Número de Páginas: 2914

In "HELENA BLAVATSKY Premium Collection," readers are presented with a comprehensive anthology of her seminal works, which blend esoteric philosophy, mysticism, and spirituality. Known for her innovative literary style that often employs allegory and myth, Blavatsky meticulously explores themes of the occult, ancient wisdom, and the synthesis of Eastern and Western thought. Within the broader context of the late 19th century's spiritual awakening, Blavatsky challenges prevailing materialist ideologies, advocating instead for a united understanding of universal truths across diverse cultures and religious traditions. Helena Blavatsky, a pivotal figure in the Theosophical Society, drew from her extensive travels and studies of various spiritual practices, which deeply informed her writings. Her unique perspective as a Russian noblewoman who defied societal norms to pursue her spiritual quest offers a rich backdrop to her works. This context not only enhances our understanding of her philosophy but also illustrates her role as a precursor to modern New Age movements, bridging ancient wisdom with contemporary spiritual discourse. This collection is an indispensable resource for anyone ...

Victorian Women Writers and the Woman Question

Autor: Nicola Diane Thompson

Número de Páginas: 275

This book was first published in 1999. This collection of essays by leading scholars from Britain, the USA and Canada opens up the limited landscape of Victorian novels by focusing attention on some of the women writers popular in their own time but forgotten or neglected by literary history. Spanning the entire Victorian period, this study investigates particularly the role and treatment of 'the woman question' in the second half of the century. There are discussions of marriage, matriarchy and divorce, satire, suffragette writing, writing for children, and links between literature and art. Moving from Margaret Oliphant and Charlotte Mary Yonge to Mary Ward, Marie Corelli, 'Ouida' and E. Nesbit, this book illuminates the complex cultural and literary roles, and the engaging contributions, of Victorian women writers.

The Cold Embrace

Autor: S. T. Joshi

Número de Páginas: 290

Nineteen short stories cover nearly a century of speculative fiction by women authors, including Mary Shelley, Edith Wharton, Virginia Woolf, E. Nesbit, Sarah Orne Jewett, Charlotte Perkins Gilman, May Sinclair, and others.

Representations

Autor: Rhoda Unger

Número de Páginas: 337

Developed from an edited series of journal articles into a larger collection with a clear identity and emphasis all its own-one need only browse through the Table of Contents. "The divided lives of women in literature ," "Case studies of agency and communion in women's lives," "A sense of humor," "Dialogue with Guatemalan Indian women," "Coping with rape," "Earliest memories: Sex differences and the meaning of experience," "Women's explanations for job changes," "Androgyny and the life cycle: The Bacchae of Euripides" -these are but a few of the topics represented in this diverse and interesting collection. What, then, binds these essays together? First and foremost, this is a book of stories about women, about the conflicts, choices, and opportunities that are present in the lives of women, both real and imagined.

Grim Tales

Autor: E. Nesbit

Número de Páginas: 65

Reproduction of the original: Grim Tales by E. Nesbit

Current Literature

Número de Páginas: 626

Current Literature

Autor: Edward Jewitt Wheeler

Número de Páginas: 578

Atalanta

Número de Páginas: 864

The Female Fantastic

Autor: Lizzie Mccormick , Jennifer Mitchell , Rebecca Soares

Número de Páginas: 460

For women-identified writers of both eras, the fantastic offered double vision. Not only did the genre offer strategic cover for challenging the status quo, but also a heuristic mechanism for teasing out the gendered psyche’s links to creative, personal, and erotic agency. These dynamic presentations of female and gender-queer subjectivity, are linked in intriguing and complex matrices to key moments in gender(ed) history. This volume contains essays from international scholars covering a wide range of topics, including werewolves, mummies, fairies, demons, time travel, ghosts, haunted spaces and objects, race, gender, queerness, monstrosity, madness, incest, empire, medicine, and science. By interrogating two non-consecutive decades, we seek to uncover the inter-relationships among fantastic literature, feminism, and modern identity and culture. Indeed, while this book considers the relationship between the 1890s and 1920s, it is more an examination of women’s modernism in light of gendered literary production during the fin-de-siècle than the reverse.

The Greatest Gothich Novels of Edward Bulwer-Lytton

Autor: Edward Bulwer-lytton

Número de Páginas: 1167

In "The Greatest Gothic Novels of Edward Bulwer-Lytton," the author employs a rich, atmospheric prose that immerses readers in the dark intricacies of human emotion and supernatural intrigue. This collection showcases Bulwer-Lytton'Äôs masterful ability to intertwine elements of the gothic tradition, from eerie settings and psychological tension to moral complexity. Works such as "The Haunted Man" and "Zanoni" reflect the era's fascination with Romanticism, while probing into themes of existentialism, fate, and the nature of reality. Bulwer-Lytton'Äôs innovative narrative techniques and evocative imagery set a benchmark for the genre, influencing later authors and enriching the literary landscape of the Victorian period. Edward Bulwer-Lytton (1803-1873) was not only a prolific author but also a reputable politician, which profoundly shaped his literary ambitions. His early exposure to different literary movements and social issues of his time informed his narratives, often reflecting the conflict between enlightenment ideals and romantic notions. Bulwer-Lytton'Äôs experiences in the tumultuous political climate of the 19th century infuse his gothic tales with a unique depth...

More Voices from the Radium Age

Autor: Joshua Glenn

Número de Páginas: 247

An essential collection of proto–science fiction stories that reveals the diverse literary milieu out of which the sci fi genre emerged. A planetary escape pod, an alien body-snatcher, an underground Alaskan city, and a war between the sexes in Atlantis! These are just a few of the outré elements you’ll find in More Voices from the Radium Age, a showcase of proto–science fiction edited and introduced by Joshua Glenn. This volume brings together well-known and lesser-known writers in an inclusive collection that features E. Nesbit and May Sinclair, two of the genre’s first female writers. More Voices from the Radium Age also introduces readers to writers who have fallen into obscurity, including proto–sf pioneer George C. Wallis, the Russian Symbolist Valery Bryusov, and “weird” horror master Algernon Blackwood. It also includes H.G. Wells, who continued to make startling predictions in the early 20th century, and Abraham Merritt and George Allan England, two of the biggest names in the era of the pulp scientific romance. An essential collection for any sci fi fan, More Voices from the Radium Age is a wild and darkly cathartic ride through the anxieties, fantasies,...

Organizing Early Experience

Autor: Delmont C Morrison

Número de Páginas: 244

Focusing on developmental psychology, this work features 12 essays exploring contemporary views and developments in research and theory in the relationship between imagination and cognition in childhood.

Ghost

Autor: Louise Welsh

Número de Páginas: 1236

Haunted houses, mysterious Counts, weeping widows and restless souls, here is the definitive anthology of all that goes bump in the night. Hand-picked by award-winning author Louise Welsh, this beautiful collection of 97 ghost stories will delight, unnerve, and entertain any fiction lover brave enough... Here are gothic classics, modern masters, Booker Prize-winners, ancient folk tales and stylish noirs, proving that every writer has a skeleton or two in their closet. The all-star cast of authors inlude: Hilary Mantel, William Faulkner, Kate Atkinson, Henry James, Kazuo Ishiguro, Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley, Franz Kafka, Ruth Rendell, Edgar Allan Poe, William Trevor, Helen Simpson, Haruki Murakami, Dylan Thomas, Bram Stoker, H.P Lovecraft, Lydia Davis, Sir Walter Scott, Annie Proulx, Bram Stoker, Angela Carter and Stephen King.

“The” Athenaeum

Número de Páginas: 920

The Palgrave Encyclopedia of Victorian Women's Writing

Autor: Lesa Scholl , Emily Morris

Número de Páginas: 1753

Since the late twentieth century, there has been a strategic campaign to recover the impact of Victorian women writers in the field of English literature. However, with the increased understanding of the importance of interdisciplinarity in the twenty-first century, there is a need to extend this campaign beyond literary studies in order to recognise the role of women writers across the nineteenth century, a time that was intrinsically interdisciplinary in approach to scholarly writing and public intellectual engagement.

British Women’s Short Supernatural Fiction, 1860–1930

Autor: Victoria Margree

Número de Páginas: 208

This book explores women’s short supernatural fiction between the emergence of first wave feminism and the post-suffrage period, arguing that while literary ghosts enabled an interrogation of women’s changing circumstances, ghosts could have both subversive and conservative implications. Haunted house narratives by Charlotte Riddell and Margaret Oliphant become troubled by uncanny reminders of the origins of middle-class wealth in domestic and foreign exploitation. Corpse-like revenants are deployed in Female Gothic tales by Mary Elizabeth Braddon and Edith Nesbit to interrogate masculine aestheticisation of female death. In the culturally-hybrid supernaturalism of Alice Perrin, the ‘Marriage Question’ migrates to colonial India, and psychoanalytically-informed stories by May Sinclair, Eleanor Scott and Violet Hunt explore just how far gender relations have really progressed in the post-First World War period. Study of the woman’s short story productively problematises literary histories about the “golden age” of the ghost story, and about the transition from Victorianism to modernism.

Stranger Magic

Autor: Marina Warner

Número de Páginas: 521

Our foremost theorist of myth, fairytale, and folktale explores the magical realm of the imagination where carpets fly and genies grant prophetic wishes. Stranger Magic examines the profound impact of the Arabian Nights on the West, the progressive exoticization of magic, and the growing acceptance of myth and magic in contemporary experience.

A Question of Knowledge

Autor: Richenda Power

Número de Páginas: 201

This book uniquely illustrates the key concepts and issues involved with recent examples drawn from empirical research, highlighting the practical relevance of difficult theoretical and philosophical concepts to the way in which we think and talk about knowledge both in an everyday and in an academic/ sociological context.

Zanoni & Rizzi

Autor: Edward Bulwer-lytton

Número de Páginas: 383

In "Zanoni & Rizzi," Edward Bulwer-Lytton masterfully weaves a tale of romance, mysticism, and philosophical inquiry set against the backdrop of 18th-century Europe. Employing a Gothic narrative style rich with lyrical prose, the novel explores profound existential themes through its enigmatic characters. The intertwining destinies of Zanoni, a Rosicrucian adept, and his mortal love, Viola, raise questions about the intersection of love, immortality, and the pursuit of knowledge. The book embodies elements of the Romantic and Gothic literature movements, illustrating Bulwer-Lytton's engagement with supernatural and transcendental motifs prevalent during the Victorian era, thus positioning it within a rich literary context that questions the limits of human experience. Edward Bulwer-Lytton, a prominent Victorian novelist and politician, was deeply influenced by metaphysical and philosophical currents of his time. His varied interests'Äîfrom the occult to sociopolitical commentary'Äîshaped his literary contributions. "Zanoni & Rizzi" reflects his fascination with the metaphysical, showcasing his ability to critique contemporary society while exploring the mystical dimensions of...

Poole's Index to Periodical Literature

Autor: William Frederick Poole

Número de Páginas: 504

Poole's Index to Periodical Literature

Número de Páginas: 672

Poole's Index to Periodical Literature: 3d suppl. 1892-1896

Número de Páginas: 672

Poole's Index to Periodical Literature: 1892-1896

Autor: William Frederick Poole

Número de Páginas: 656

Poole's Index to Periodical Literature

Autor: William Isaac Fletcher , Franklin Osborne Poole

Número de Páginas: 668

Fabian Couples, Feminist Issues

Autor: Reva Pollack Greenburg

Número de Páginas: 309

In the three decades before the First World War, the relationship between socialism and feminism was both curious and convoluted. Despite strong theoretical links between these ideologies, class and sex seem to have inspired conflicting loyalties and opposing demands. In Britain, the uniquely middle-class, reform-minded Fabian Society might have been expected to bridge the gap between these movements. Yet, between 1884 and 1914, the Fabian Society’s record on the "woman question" was highly inconsistent and, at times, overtly regressive. Originally published in 1987, this title looks at three of the most influential members, Sidney Webb, George Bernard Shaw and Hubert Bland and the women they were married to, who were also active in the Society.