J. Sheridan Le Fanu

Carmilla (eBook, ePUB)

A Mesmerizing Gothic Tale of Mystery, Seduction, and the Birth of the Modern Vampire Legend

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

Before Dracula, there was Carmilla-a haunting blend of beauty, terror, and forbidden allure. J. Sheridan Le Fanu's influential novella tells the story of a young woman drawn into the enigmatic world of a mysterious visitor whose charm masks a chilling secret. This restored edition brings new clarity to one of the earliest and most important works of vampire fiction. With atmospheric tension, emotional intensity, and groundbreaking themes, the story continues to captivate readers who appreciate psychological depth and gothic elegance. Celebrated for its influence on modern vampire literature and admired by scholars for its bold treatment of identity and desire, Carmilla remains a striking and unforgettable classic. Unlock the origins of a timeless myth-add this landmark tale to your collection today.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Heritage Words Publishing
• Seitenzahl: 136
• Erscheinungstermin: 8. Dezember 2025
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9782387173140
• Artikelnr.: 76070782

Autorenporträt

Joseph Thomas Sheridan Le Fanu 28 August 1814 - 7 February 1873) was an Irish writer of Gothic tales, mystery novels, and horror fiction. He was a leading ghost story writer of his time, central to the development of the genre in the Victorian era. M. R. James described Le Fanu as "absolutely in the first rank as a writer of ghost stories".Three of his best-known works are the locked-room mystery Uncle Silas, the lesbian vampire novella Carmilla, and the historical novel The House by the Churchyard.