Through this strange window - by Edgar Smith (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

Much in the gripping style of thought-provoking, philosophical, and brainy horror by genre masters, such as Poe, Borges, or King, Edgar Smith (Arrimao, Gnuj & Alt, The Wordsmith) delivers a collection of short stories conceived to shock, but, more importantly, to stir the waters in the readers' mind lake. This is contemporary literature from a mind nurtured by classic stories and fueled by a profound, far-reaching imagination, intent on delivering the sort of escapism a good old story was originally expected to provide and yet offering the sort of intellectual stimulation the serious reader always expects from exceptional narrative.

Review Quotes

"Reading through this collection of short stories, I was reminded of Poe's observations of 'The Raven' or the 'Tell Tale Heart'. No rhymes in this one, but somehow the perspective of a man trying to make sense of the oddities he suddenly faces in front of a mirror reminds the reader of Smith's legendary namesake... [...] the reader is sure to be entertained while glimpsing through this 'window' of ultimately a contemplation over life and death."

Selin Senol-Akin, author of The Catalyst and The Penance.

"I loved the way this writer utilizes his narrative skills. I picked it up and couldn't put it down."

María Palitachi, International Latino Book Award winner for her poetry collection Espuma rota.

"I liked the way the author begins these thought-provoking short stories with short, seemingly innocent titles and then the story draws you in quickly and deeply."

Don S and team Golfwell, reviewers for Readersfavorite.

"...this is a very deep and thought-provoking brand of horror, very reminiscent of more classic horror (something I really enjoyed). If you love more classic horror that unsettles with the use of philosophy, definitely come peer Through This Strange Window!"

Joshua Grant, author of Pandora and Nexus.

"...In "Mirror in the right angle" and "The people in the mirror," Edgar not only plays with the depth and possibilities of his own literature, but also demonstrates that simplicity in prose writing can and is achieved without being superficial. In both of these short stories, the mirrors represent our continuous search for meaning, the complexity of the self, and, at the same time, the complexity of those with whom we truly interact..."

Ángel Arias, blogger and Political columnist.

"Very captivating."

Rosanna Tejada, reader.

"Very well written! Love the author. He is very intelligent!"

Hannah, reader.