The Witch of Prague and Other Crawford Horror Classics - format ePub

The Best Horrors by F. Marion Crawford is a captivating collection of supernatural tales written in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Crawford's writing style is characterized by intricate plots,...

Eine düster-romantische Vampirgeschichte, die an der Küste Kalabriens (Süditalien) spielt. Sie besticht durch sehr lyrische Passagen und durch die virtuose Skizzierung des ebenso harschen wie pittoresken...

Francis Marion Crawford's 'The Screaming Skull' is a chilling addition to the horror genre, showcasing the author's talent for creating a haunting atmosphere and building tension throughout the narrative....

Francis Marion Crawford's 'The Witch of Prague & Khaled: A Tale of Arabia' is an enchanting collection of two novellas that showcase Crawford's remarkable talent for blending elements of romance,...

In 'For the Blood Is the Life' by Francis Marion Crawford, readers are taken on a thrilling journey into the supernatural world through the intricate narrative of a vampire's existence. Written in Crawford's...

In "The Witch of Prague and Other Crawford Horror Classics," Francis Marion Crawford crafts a mesmerizing collection that delves into the eerie and supernatural. The book intertwines elements of gothic...

In "The Complete Horror Books of F. Marion Crawford," the intricate interplay of psychological depth and supernatural themes manifests within a collection that showcases Crawford's adept mastery of horror...

In "The Complete Horror Books of F. Marion Crawford," readers are invited into the richly atmospheric and psychologically complex world crafted by Crawford, an early pioneer of the horror genre. This...

In "The Complete Horror Novels," Francis Marion Crawford presents a masterful exploration of terror and the supernatural, encapsulating the late Victorian fascination with the macabre. This anthology...

Welcome to the Essential Novelists book series, were we present to you the best works of remarkable authors.For this book, the literary critic August Nemo has chosen the two most important and meaningful...

Francis Marion Crawford was an American writer noted for his many novels, especially those set in Italy, and for his classic weird and fantastic stories. More than half his novels are set in Italy. He...

This book contains70 short storiesfrom 10 classic, prize-winning and noteworthy authors. The stories were carefully selected by the criticAugust Nemo, in a collection that will please theliterature lovers....

This book contains 350 short stories from 50 classic, prize-winning and noteworthy authors. Wisely chosen by the literary critic August Nemo for the book series 7 Best Short Stories, this omnibus contains...

Embark on a journey through the haunting and the macabre with the 'Halloween Boxed Set: 200+ Horror Classics & Supernatural Mysteries,' a compendium that deftly navigates the chilling realms of horror...

The Ultimate Halloween Collection serves as a treasure trove of spine-chilling stories and eerie narratives that traverse the landscape of Halloween's themes. This anthology boasts a rich tapestry of...

In the opulent world of 19th-century New York, Katharine Lauderdale emerges as a captivating heroine. A woman of beauty, intelligence, and unwavering spirit, she navigates the treacherous waters of society,...

Lady Gwendolen drops her precious doll Nina and breaks it. Mr. Puckler, a doll doctor, mends the doll and sends his daughter Else to return Nina to her owner. But times passes and Else is nowhere to be...

Mrs. Pratt mysteriously dies in her sleep after a fight with her husband. He thought that she had tried to poison him. But maybe it was the other way around? After a while Mr. Pratt is found dead as well,...

A man visits his friend, a Scandinavian artist who lives in an old Italian villa. They go out on the balcony, enjoying the calm and beautiful night. Then the guest suddenly sees a strange mound of earth...

In the opulent halls of the Ralston mansion, a web of secrets and desires entangles the lives of its aristocratic inhabitants. As the sun sets on the gilded age, the Ralstons face a crossroads that will...

In the captivating sequel to "Katharine Lauderdale," the enigmatic heroine embarks on a perilous journey to uncover the secrets of her past. As she delves deeper into the labyrinth of her family's history,...

In "Love in Idleness" by Francis Marion Crawford, readers are immersed in a tale of love, identity, and the complexities of human relationships. Set in the late 19th century in Italy, the novel explores...

In 'The Witch of Prague,' Francis Marion Crawford weaves a mesmerizing tale that intricately blends elements of fantasy, romance, and the supernatural within the rich backdrop of early 20th-century Europe....

First published in 1911, The Screaming Skull, is a charming little tale of murder and revenge from beyond the tomb. The Screaming Skull is a paranormal object, a human skull which per legend speaks,...

Peculiar happenings aboard the schooner Helen B. Jackson when one night during a storm, the small crew found themselves diminished by one. Somebody had gone overboard, and it was surmised that it was...

"For the Blood is the Life" is a F. Marion Crawford's classic horror story about two lovers, a murder, and a revenant This story tells the gothic horror account of a young man in the thrall of a vampire,...

"The Doll's Ghost" included in the short story collection Wandering Ghosts. Mr. Puckler is a doll doctor, and the dolls he repairs become very, very life like. A beautiful doll named Nina is broken Lady...

In 1894, American writer Francis Marion Crawford published the popular novel "The Upper Berth." "Mr Crawford's weird story of the Upper Berth is no doubt one of the best ghost stories we have had .......

Delicato dramma storico-romantico ambientato nella Roma dell'inizio del Novecento. Angela Chiaramonte è una giovane ereditiera rimasta orfana di entrambi i genitori, che a causa di una truffa ordita dalla...

Nachdem sein Name lange Zeit fast vergessen war, ist Francis Marion Crawford (1854-1909) in den letzten Jahrzehnten wieder als Meister übernatürlicher Erzählungen ins literarische Bewusstsein gerückt....

"'Give me Harry Potter,' said Voldemort's voice, 'and none shall be harmed. Give me Harry Potter, and I shall leave the school untouched. Give me Harry Potter, and you will be rewarded.'"As he climbs...

"There it was, hanging in the sky above the school: the blazing green skull with a serpent tongue, the mark Death Eaters left behind whenever they had entered a building… wherever they had murdered…"...

"'There will be three tasks, spaced throughout the school year, and they will test the champions in many different ways … their magical prowess - their daring - their powers of deduction - and, of course,...

"'You are sharing the Dark Lord's thoughts and emotions. The Headmaster thinks it inadvisable for this to continue. He wishes me to teach you how to close your mind to the Dark Lord.'" Dark times have...

What The Lord of the Rings is to fantasy, Dune is to science fiction. Presenting Dune Messiah, the sequel to one of the most influential works of all time, which has inspired countless other stories for...

THE INSPIRATION FOR HBO AND SKY TV’S EMMY NOMINATED HOUSE OF THE DRAGON. Centuries before A Game of Thrones, an even greater game began, one that set the skies alight with dragon...

'It does everything you'd expect of a masterpiece - and it is one' Sunday Express'Hums and crackles with delicious unease' Independent'Captivating' The Sunday Times'An absorbing thriller' Mail on SundayNO...

Set in a near-future climate-flooded England, divided into three countries.Kai, the charismatic leader of the tech-elite, entices the public with cutting-edge technology and a seemingly benevolent vision...

A stolen rose, a mad prince, a sister's sacrifice, and the dark curse that binds them.Music is Dahlia's life. Born with the uncanny ability to play any instrument she picks up, her songs seem to possess...

The crew of the Sunda Tiger is stranded on Research Colony 227C. They have no ship. No comms. And no choice but to work with their android hosts despite all their lingering doubts.Shaula wants to focus...

Josie Blue has been hunting outlaws and predatory aliens for too long. As an agent for the Riders of the Purple Sage—an elite, paranormal division of the Pinkerton Agency—she's seen and done things that...

Frost and SandIt has been five years since Balinor seized the throne of Kangorn. In that time Kyrian has carved out his own territory on the fringes of the steppe, while on the other side of the world...

She lost a war… Ravel, a captain in her father's cavalry unit, alone survived the defeat of her prince and country at the end of a civil war. Now, she is a fugitive without a home. He won a kingdom… Prince...

Her touch can destroy magic. His love could shatter her heart. Mira is no ordinary princess. In the world of Mithrantis, where a person's worth is measured by the strength of their magic, Mira's resistance...

While temporarily at the helm of Scanguards during his parents' absence, vampire hybrid Patrick Woodford is drawn into a brutal murder investigation that hints at a vampire attack but soon points to a...

This ebook compiles Jule Verne's complete collection, including "Twenty-Thousand Leagues Under the Sea", "Journey to the Interior of the Earth", "The Mysterious Island", "Around the World in Eighty Days",...

"Turning the envelope over, his hand trembling, Harry saw a purple wax seal bearing a coat of arms; a lion, an eagle, a badger and a snake surrounding a large letter 'H'."Harry Potter has never even heard...

A funny, emotional and uplifting novel from the French Marian Keyes. 'Heartwarming' Good Housekeeping'A gorgeous story, charming and funny and poignant' Nicola Cornick For fans of Ruth Hogan, Veronica...

The instant number one Sunday Times bestseller and thrilling sequel to the global phenomenon, Fourth Wing! THE IRON FLAME PAPERBACK EDITION INCLUDES A BRAND NEW CHAPTER FROM XADEN'S POINT OF VIEW!'Yarros...

What The Lord of the Rings is to fantasy, Dune is to science fiction. Presenting one of the most influential works of all time, which has inspired countless other stories for more than half a century,...

DON'T BE THE LAST TO DISCOVER THE SERIES THAT EVERYONE CAN'T STOP TALKING ABOUT: 'Pure escapism - think Hunger Games meets Fifty Shades' The Sun'We weren't expecting to become obsessed . . . but we very...

This ebook contains Oscar Wilde's complete works. This edition has been professionally formatted and contains several tables of contents. The first table of contents (at the very beginning of the ebook)...

"'There is a plot, Harry Potter. A plot to make most terrible things happen at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry this year.'" Harry Potter's summer has included the worst birthday ever, doomy...

A heart-wrenching grim cozy pirate's tale with a little bit of romance. This is not 'Cozy' in the traditional sense, unless you find misery and betrayal to be as comforting as a cup of hot cocoa."This...

The long-awaited explosive climax to the first arc of the Number One New York Times bestselling Stormlight Archive. Dalinar Kholin challenged the evil god Odium to a contest of champions with the future...

One of the BBC's '100 Novels That Shaped Our World' HarperCollins is proud to present its incredible range of best-loved, essential classics. Winston Smith rewrites history. It’s his...

"'Welcome to the Knight Bus, emergency transport for the stranded witch or wizard. Just stick out your wand hand, step on board and we can take you anywhere you want to go.'"When the Knight Bus crashes...

WINNER OF THE HUGO AWARD FOR BEST ALL-TIME SERIES The Foundation series is Isaac Asimov’s iconic masterpiece. Unfolding against the backdrop of a crumbling Galactic Empire,...

The hauntingly prophetic classic novel. Over 1 million copies sold in the UK. Guy Montag is a fireman. His job is to burn books, which are forbidden, being...

“At once a scholar’s homage to The Iliad and startlingly original work of art by an incredibly talented new novelist….A book I could not put down.”—Ann Patchett“Mary Renault lives again!” declares Emma...