
Vampire Stories from the American South
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Science Fiction
Horror
فرمت
جلد سخت
صفحات
224
زبان
انگلیسی
منتشر شده
Jan 1, 2007
ناشر
Metro Books
نسخه
First Edition
ISBN-10
076079121X
ISBN-13
9780760791219
توضیحات
In the shadowy landscapes of the American South, a unique blend of folklore and horror intertwines, breathing life into tales that evoke both fear and fascination. This collection brings together stories that echo with the ancient whispers of the past, exploring the complex relationship between the land and its vampires. Each tale captures the essence of the South, where history and mythology fuse, revealing a rich tapestry of supernatural encounters.
The editors, Lawrence Schimel and Martin H. Greenberg, curate a diverse array of narratives that span generations and settings. From languid swamps to bustling towns, the settings come alive, framing the eerie and often tragic tales of bloodsuckers haunting the dreams of southerners. Readers will be drawn into the captivating worlds crafted by various authors, where the familiar becomes grotesquely enigmatic.
With a touch of southern gothic, the stories delve into deeper themes of identity, loss, and desire, haunted by the ghosts of the past. Characters grapple with their fates, often torn between yearning for connection and the predatory nature of their vampiric lives. Each story serves as a reflection of the human condition, intertwined with the mythical narratives that define the Southern experience.
Uncover the allure of the South's dark side, where every shadow seems to conceal a forgotten legend, and every bite carries a bittersweet reminder of a history steeped in both beauty and terror. This collection invites readers to explore the complex interplay between the living and the undead in a region where every blood-curdling scream carries the weight of its cultural legacy.
The editors, Lawrence Schimel and Martin H. Greenberg, curate a diverse array of narratives that span generations and settings. From languid swamps to bustling towns, the settings come alive, framing the eerie and often tragic tales of bloodsuckers haunting the dreams of southerners. Readers will be drawn into the captivating worlds crafted by various authors, where the familiar becomes grotesquely enigmatic.
With a touch of southern gothic, the stories delve into deeper themes of identity, loss, and desire, haunted by the ghosts of the past. Characters grapple with their fates, often torn between yearning for connection and the predatory nature of their vampiric lives. Each story serves as a reflection of the human condition, intertwined with the mythical narratives that define the Southern experience.
Uncover the allure of the South's dark side, where every shadow seems to conceal a forgotten legend, and every bite carries a bittersweet reminder of a history steeped in both beauty and terror. This collection invites readers to explore the complex interplay between the living and the undead in a region where every blood-curdling scream carries the weight of its cultural legacy.
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