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Here And Hereafter
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- Book Synopsis
- "Here and Hereafter" by Barry Pain is a thought-scary collection of brief testimonies that delves into the nation-states of the supernatural, exploring topics of life, demise, and the mysteries that lie beyond. Written with a mix of humor, irony, and a hint of the macabre, Pain weaves tales that undertaking conventional perceptions of truth. In this series, the author invitations readers to ponder the unknown, imparting glimpses into the afterlife and supernatural occurrences. Each story is crafted with a keen sense of wit and a subtle exploration of the human situation, upsetting both entertainment and reflection. Pain's narrative fashion showcases his capability to traverse the bounds among the mundane and the mystical, developing an engaging and eclectic assortment of tales that entertain whilst prompting deeper contemplation. "Here and Hereafter" stands as a testomony to Barry Pain's literary versatility, as he navigates among genres, seamlessly mixing factors of delusion and satire to create a group that lingers within the reader's thoughts, inviting them to ponder the mysteries of existence.
- About The Author
- Barry Pain was an English journalist, poet, humourist, and author. Barry Pain was born in Cambridge and attended both Sedbergh School and Corpus Christi College. He became an important contributor to The Granta. He was recognized for writing parodies and moderately humorous pieces. James Payn, the editor of Cornhill Magazine, published his story "The Hundred Gates" in 1889, and Pain soon became a contributor to Punch and The Speaker, as well as the Daily Chronicle and Black and White. Pain, it is said, "owes his distxtery to Robert Louis Stevenson, who compares him to De Maupassant". From 1896 until 1928, he was a regular contributor to The Windsor Magazine. He died in Bushey, Hertfordshire, and was buried in the Bushey churchyard.
- Product Details
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- ISBN
- 9789361150913
- Format
- Paperback
- Publisher
- Double 9 Books, (01 February 2024)
- Number of Pages
- 176
- Weight
- 231 grams
- Language
- English
- Dimensions
- 216 x 140 x 10 mm
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