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The Weird Tale - by S T Joshi

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  • The leading critic of supernatural literature here examines the roots of the "weird tale" (as Lovecraft called it) through detailed examinations of five "founding fathers" of the genre: Arthur Machen, Lord Dunsany, Algernon Blackwood, M.R. James, and H.P. Lovecraft.
  • Author(s): S T Joshi
  • 308 Pages
  • Literary Criticism, Books & Reading

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The leading critic of supernatural literature here examines the roots of the "weird tale" (as Lovecraft called it) through detailed examinations of five "founding fathers" of the genre: Arthur Machen, Lord Dunsany, Algernon Blackwood, M.R. James, and H.P. Lovecraft. The result is a thorough study of the art, craft, philosophy, and aesthetics of an enduring genre of fantastic literature.
Dimensions (Overall): 9.24 Inches (H) x 5.94 Inches (W) x .82 Inches (D)
Weight: 1.07 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Number of Pages: 308
Genre: Literary Criticism
Sub-Genre: Books & Reading
Publisher: Wildside Press
Format: Paperback
Author: S T Joshi
Language: English
Street Date: September 14, 2003
TCIN: 90812892
UPC: 9780809531226
Item Number (DPCI): 247-46-0466
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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