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Maud Ruthyn, the young, naive heroine, has a governess who is an enigmatic older woman, a liar, bully, and spy, who takes a dark secret with her when she leaves. Maud is then orphaned and moves in with her Uncle Silas, her father's mysterious brother and a man with a scandalous-even murderous-past. She is horrified to find her former governess appears in her life again, in this Gothic Victorian psychological thriller, with a touch of the occult - Summary by Lynne Thompson

Carmilla, el clásico vampírico de Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu, se anticipó en un cuarto de siglo al Drácula de Bram Stoker, pero su valor va mucho más allá que el de ser el antecedente femenino del famoso conde de Transilvania. La escabrosa y atrevida relación entre sus protagonistas, Laura y Carmilla, aún hoy resulta sorprendente. La temática de la femme fatale alcanza aquí su máximo exponente, y los ecos de esta magnífica novela gótica la convierten en uno de los principales referentes del terror que se escribe en la actualidad.

A mysterious guest. A forbidden attraction. And a darkness that lingers beneath the surface. In Carmilla, Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu delivers one of the earliest and most haunting works of vampire fiction—a tale of intimacy, obsession, and quiet terror. When the enigmatic Carmilla enters a young...

Essa edição traz a primeira vampira da história e também a primeira história de vampiro já escrita em projeto gráfico especial, com curiosidades sobre as obras e os autores. Carmilla é uma obra precursora da temática de vampiros, considerada por muitos críticos como a melhor do século XIX, pela maneira como trabalha o suspense e o erotismo. Foi a partir dela que Drácula, de Bram Stoker, recebeu suas principais características.

Immerse yourself in the haunting world of Carmilla, a gothic tale of love and obsession that explores the darker side of human desire. Follow the enigmatic vampire Carmilla as she weaves her spell on her unsuspecting victim, leading to a chilling confrontation with the supernatural. This timeless story invites you to delve into themes of identity, seduction, and the nature of evil.

Delve into the shadowy realms of family secrets, psychological intrigue, and gothic suspense with "Wylder's Hand," a podcast dedicated to a rotating collection of captivating audiobooks that explore the complexities of human relationships and the mysteries that bind us. Each episode invites listeners into a world where the past intertwines with the present, revealing hidden motives and dark truths that lurk beneath the surface. Whether it's a sudden disappearance, an unexpected betrayal, or chilling encounters, these narratives immerse you in atmospheric storytelling that keeps you on the edge...

Embark on a captivating journey through the realms of fantasy with this enchanting collection featuring three legendary authors Edgar Allan Poe, George MacDonald, and Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu. Experience the magic of fairyland and its mysterious borders as they guide you through whimsical tales filled with charming and sinister encounters. Meet a host of unforgettable characters, from mischievous fairies to haunting spirits, and even the Devil himself. This collection includes stories such as “Cross Purposes,” “The Carasoyn,” “Bon-Bon,” “The Child That Went With The Fairies,” ...

Step into the misty forests of Styria, where young Laura’s tranquil world is forever changed by the arrival of the enchanting and mysterious Carmilla. As you listen, you’ll sense the tension rise—the beauty of friendship twisting into something hauntingly deeper, the innocence of trust tainted by secrets that whisper in the night. You’ll feel every heartbeat, every shiver, every breath caught between fascination and terror.

Relatos fantásticos de gatos y trenes es un intento por reivindicar a dos criaturas que por frecuentación o excesiva confianza solemos rebajar a simples arquetipos. Los gatos y los trenes ocupan un lugar privilegiado en este libro, y no justamente por asociaciones caprichosas sino por astucias mutuas, por sincronías, por merodeos cómplices en la noche. Los narradores clásicos incluidos evidencian un destino que pocos han logrado eludir: es imposible escribir un relato habitado por felinos o ferrocarriles sin que el misterio sea el verdadero protagonista.

Written by Irish master of the macabre Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu, Carmilla is a chilling tale of mystery, seduction, and supernatural dread. When a mysterious young woman named Carmilla enters the secluded life of Laura and her father, strange illnesses and unsettling events begin to unfold. What follows is a slow-burning descent into fear, obsession, and dark revelation.

In this chilling Gothic Victorian psychological thriller, we follow the journey of Maud Ruthyn, a young and impressionable heroine, who finds herself under the watchful eye of her mysterious governess—a woman shrouded in lies, manipulation, and dark secrets. After becoming orphaned, Maud is sent to live with her enigmatic Uncle Silas, a man haunted by a scandalous and possibly murderous past. Just when she thought she could escape her governesss grasp, the past resurfaces, pulling Maud deeper into a web of intrigue and the occult. Prepare for a tale that will keep you on the edge of your ...

Enter a quiet chamber of candlelight and shadow, where the tales of Sheridan Le Fanu are spoken once more. The Le Fanu Library invites listeners to wander through haunted houses, whispered confessions, and mysteries that tremble between dream and waking.Each episode presents his strange and elegant works unabridged. Stories of beauty touched by dread, of secrets long buried yet never silent. Draw near, and let the darkness speak softly; for in these pages, the past lingers, watchful, and the flame burns on.

Dive into a gripping tale of murder, mystery, and romance set in the enchanting village of Chapelizod, Dublin. As a chilling skull is unearthed in the church graveyard, questions arise Whose skull is it? How did it sustain those two fatal head wounds and the large gaping hole? Join us as we unravel this classic whodunit across 100 captivating chapters—its a journey you wont want to miss! - Summary by John Brandon

Carmilla, el clásico vampírico de Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu, se anticipó en un cuarto de siglo al Drácula de Bram Stoker, pero su valor va mucho más allá que el de ser el antecedente femenino del famoso conde de Transilvania. La escabrosa y atrevida relación entre sus protagonistas, Laura y Carmilla, aún hoy resulta sorprendente. La temática de la femme fatale alcanza aquí su máximo exponente, y los ecos de esta magnífica novela gótica la convierten en uno de los principales referentes del terror que se escribe en la actualidad.

Un hombre atormentado por una figura que lo sigue y observa, un mono. Un ser perturbador que sólo el ve y después de un tiempo escucha. Le habla blasfemias incitándolo a dañar a otros o a él mismo. La manera en que el reverendo le relata su historia al doctor Hesselius llega hacer inquietante.

El convenio de Sir Dominick relata la travesía de un noble a través de un antiguo bosque, y su encuentro con una vieja casa nobiliaria en ruinas. En estas ruinas, el hombre se encuentra con un peculiar sujeto, que le desvelará los secretos del dueño de la casa,

Una misteriosa e affascinante fanciulla viene affidata dalla madre alle cure di Laura e del ricco padre, nel loro antico castello in Stiria, isolato e immerso in un paesaggio incantato. Tutti nel castello rimangono affascinati dalla straordinaria bellezza della giovane, ma le sue abitudini insolite e il comportamento enigmatico cominceranno presto a suscitare curiosità e inquietudine. I classici dell’orrore, riediti in chiave moderna e raccontati con musiche e suoni.

Short stories have always been a sort of instant access into an author’s brain, their soul and heart. They can lift our lives into locations, people and experiences with a sweep of landscape, narration, feelings and emotions that are difficult to achieve elsewhere. The Gothic short story is one of the most enduring of genres. In this volume we explore works by classic authors from all corners of Europe as they explore and exploit narratives with their undeniable talents.

Three Gothic Novels is a compelling collection that brings together three quintessential works of Gothic literature: Mary Shelley's Frankenstein, Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu's Carmilla, and Bram Stoker's Dracula. Each novel delves into the macabre and the supernatural, exploring themes of fear, horror, and the unknown, while also probing deeper questions about humanity, morality, and the boundaries of science and nature. In Frankenstein, Mary Shelley tells the haunting tale of Victor Frankenstein, a young scientist who defies natural laws to create life, only to be horrified by the monstrous being he brings into existence.

Almost always when we think of Ghost Stories, we first think of those written by the Victorians. If you want a really good ghost story to bring that edge of chill, that foreboding of dread, that feeling that in an empty house we are not quite alone and that sometimes the sharp, sheer shock of what just happened is upon us then look no further than ‘The Victorian Ghost Story’ for your reading and listening pleasure.