The King in Yellow is a premier collection of horror fiction consisting of 10 short stories with similar styles or concepts shaped by early mythology.
Author(s): Robert W Chambers
186 Pages
Fiction + Literature Genres, Horror
Series Name: Mint Editions (Horrific, Paranormal, Supernatural and Gothic Tales)
Description
Book Synopsis
The King in Yellow is a premier collection of horror fiction consisting of 10 short stories with similar styles or concepts shaped by early mythology. Half the tales highlight an infamous play that's rumored to invoke fear, paranoia and madness within its readers.
The first four stories feature a "yellow" theme tied to the play, a specific symbol or supernatural force. "The Repairer of Reputations," "The Mask," "In the Court of the Dragon" and "The Yellow Sign" have a strong connection due to a shared motif and macabre tone. The book's other entries subvert expectations by shifting focus to less mythical topics like war and romance. Each setting varies with action occurring in either America or Europe.
More than 100 years after its release, The King in Yellow is considered an essential work of horror fiction. Chambers' chilling prose and intricate world-building has made it a favorite among scholars and genre fans alike. Its reach spans multiple mediums including television and film, making it one of the most influential books of all-time.
With an eye-catching new cover, and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of The King in Yellow is both modern and readable.
Since our inception in 2020, Mint Editions has kept sustainability and innovation at the forefront of our mission. Each and every Mint Edition title gets a fresh, professionally typeset manuscript and a dazzling new cover, all while maintaining the integrity of the original book.
With thousands of titles in our collection, we aim to spotlight diverse public domain works to help them find modern audiences. Mint Editions celebrates a breadth of literary works, curated from both canonical and overlooked classics from writers around the globe.
From the Back Cover
A book of short stories, The King in Yellow by Robert W. Chambers, embodies classic elements of mystery and horror as well as romance and fantasy. Inspired by a fictional play of the same name, the first four entries are characterized by supernatural elements and a threat of impending doom.
Dimensions (Overall): 8.0 Inches (H) x 5.0 Inches (W) x .43 Inches (D)
Weight: .46 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Series Title: Mint Editions (Horrific, Paranormal, Supernatural and Gothic Tales)
Sub-Genre: Horror
Genre: Fiction + Literature Genres
Number of Pages: 186
Publisher: Mint Editions
Format: Paperback
Author: Robert W Chambers
Language: English
Street Date: December 1, 2020
TCIN: 83210410
UPC: 9781513267524
Item Number (DPCI): 247-49-5369
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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