Name: Cardigan
SKU: 58177181
Price: 1078.00 TWD
Availability: InStock
Author: Robert W. Chambers
ISBN: 9781725928503

Type

Physical Book

Author

Robert W. Chambers

Publisher

Createspace

Language

English

Pages

446

Format

Paperback

Dimensions

22.9x15.2x2.5 cm

Weight

0.65 kg.

ISBN13

9781725928503

Synopsis "Cardigan"

Rare edition with unique illustrations and elegant classic cream paper. Robert William Chambers (1865 - 1933) was an American artist, and author of fiction. He is best known for his book of short stories entitled "The King in Yellow" (1895). It is the first book in the eponymous series that deals with the War of Independence, and explores how it affected the great landed families of northern New York. This masterful novel is highly recommended for fans of Chambers' seminal work, and will be of special interest to those with an interest in the American revolutionary war. Includes vintage illustration!

Robert W. Chambers

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American writer known for his tales of horror and mystery. He published The King in Yellow (1895), a collection of short stories that influenced fantasy and horror literature, with elements that later inspired writers like H.P. Lovecraft. Although he initially excelled in macabre and supernatural fiction, his career took a turn towards romantic and historical novels, with titles like The Tracer of Lost Persons (1906) and The Dark Star (1917)

His work combines cosmic horror with the literary decadence of the late 19th century. The King in Yellow remains his most recognized book, particularly for its impact on horror mythology. Despite having written numerous novels, his legacy focuses on the influence he had on the horror genre.

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