Leslie S. Klinger stands as a foremost authority on the enduring icons of the Victorian era, Sherlock Holmes and Dracula. His extensive annotated editions delve deeply into the historical contexts and literary origins of these seminal works. With a lifelong passion for Victorian fantastic literature, Klinger illuminates not only the classic narratives but also their modern interpretations and related genres, offering readers a richer understanding of these timeless figures.
A Combined Edition of Fantasmagoriana and Tales of the Dead
242 pages
9 hours of reading
Originally published in 1812, this anthology is a foundational collection of ghost stories that has significantly influenced the genre. It features a variety of haunting tales that explore themes of the supernatural and the unknown, showcasing the eerie and unsettling aspects of life and death. Fantasmagoriana not only entertains but also serves as a critical piece in the evolution of horror literature, setting the stage for future writers and their exploration of ghostly lore.
The latest installment in the popular Sherlock Holmes-inspired mystery series features fifteen talented authors presenting new cases for Arthur Conan Doyle's iconic detective. Sherlock Holmes has intrigued readers and writers alike for over a century, setting a standard for genius, mastery, and heroism in storytelling. The enduring friendship between Holmes and Dr. Watson has also influenced countless creators. The Holmes tales have shaped not only the mystery genre but also science fiction, adventure, and supernatural narratives. When renowned Sherlockians Laurie R. King and Leslie S. Klinger invited fellow writers to draw inspiration from the Holmes canon, a wealth of stories emerged, with over sixty modern writers contributing to four acclaimed anthologies. In their upcoming volume, set for release in December 2020, King and Klinger welcome another fifteen masters from various genres, including horror, thrillers, and science fiction, all united by their admiration for the original stories. Previous tales have traversed different eras, featuring a diverse array of characters, from historical figures to ghosts and robots. Some stories revisit Holmes and Watson, while others explore the lives of those influenced by them. The new collection promises to deliver more unforgettable, funny, haunting, and thrilling narratives.
This new anthology brings the female crime writers who inspired Agatha Christie out of her shadow and back into the spotlight they deserve. The success of writers like Anna Katherine Green in America; L.T. Meade, C.L. Pirkis, the Baroness Orczy, and Elizabeth Corbett in England; and Mary Fortune in Australia opened doors for the women authors who followed them. While Agatha Christie may still reign supreme, the genre would be much poorer without the bold, fearless work of her predecessors
In this follow-up to the acclaimed In the Company of Sherlock Holmes, expert
Sherlockians Laurie King and Les Klinger put forth the question: What happens
when great writers/creators who are not known as Sherlock Holmes devotees
admit to being inspired by Conan Doyle stories? While some are highly-regarded
mystery writers, others are best known for their work in the fields of fantasy
or science fiction. All of these talented authors, however, share a great
admiration for Arthur Conan Doyle and his greatest creations, Sherlock Holmes
and Dr. Watson. To the editors great delight, these stories go in many
directions: Some tell of Holmes himself: in Victorian Baker Street or modern
New York, in various guises or a different gender. Some writers choose to
explore other Conan Doyle charactersone story is even narrated by a
horse!while another spins a tale of a character under the spell of the Great
Detective, while another . . . the variations are endless! Although not a
formal collection of new Sherlock Holmes storieshowever some do fit that
moldinstead these writers were asked to be inspired by the Conan Doyle canon.
The results are breathtaking, for fans of Holmes and Watson as well as readers
new to Doyles writingindeed, for all readers who love exceptional
storytelling.
Collects twenty short horror stories published between 1816 and 1914 that have been overshadowed by the works of Edgar Allan Poe, including Bram Stoker's "The Squaw" and L.T. Meade's "The Woman with the Hood."
