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Between The Dark And The Daylight
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- Book Synopsis
- "Between the Dark and the Daylight" by Richard Marsh is a captivating collection of twelve stories that span a range of genres, from lighthearted humor to Gothic suspense. In this anthology, Marsh skillfully blends wit, mystery, and the supernatural, exploring themes of human nature, the uncanny, and the complexities of society. The opening story, "My Aunt's Excursion," introduces a comedic adventure in which a Londoner must manage his eccentric aunt and her unusual companions as they navigate the city. In contrast, stories like "The Haunted Chair" and "A Relic of the Borgias" delve into darker, more eerie territory, invoking suspense and dread as ordinary objects or historical relics take on mysterious and sinister powers. Other tales, such as "Exchange is Robbery," explore the world of crime, deception, and betrayal, while stories like "Em" and "Nelly" show Marsh's ability to evoke emotion and tenderness. With its diverse themes and masterful storytelling, this collection highlights Marsh's versatility as an author and his ability to captivate readers with both horror and heart.
- About The Author
- Richard Marsh, a pseudonym used by English author Richard Bernard Heldmann, was born on October 12, 1857, and died on August 9, 1915. Author of numerous best-selling books during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Marsh is most known today for his supernatural thriller The Beetle, which came out the same year as Bram Stoker's Dracula (1897) and was initially sold six times more than the latter book. The Beetle was published until 1960. In addition to writing many short tales, Marsh authored about 80 volumes of fiction in the horror, crime, romance, and humor genres. Starting with The Beetle in 2004, many of these have been reissued in the last few years. Robert Aickman was a well-known author of short "strange stories" and the grandson of Marsh. On October 12, 1857, Richard Bernard Heldmann was born in North London, the son of lace manufacturer Emma Marsh (1830-1911) and trader Joseph Heldmann (1827-96). In 1880, Heldmann started releasing fiction in the style of adventure and boys' school tales for magazine publications. The most significant of these was Union Jack, a prestigious weekly journal for boys published in association with writers W.H.G. Kingston (1814-80) and G. A. Henty (1832-1902).
- Product Details
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- ISBN
- 9789368095040
- Format
- Paperback
- Publisher
- Double 9 Books, (01 November 2024)
- Number of Pages
- 198
- Language
- English
- Dimensions
- 216 x 140 x 11 mm
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