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Italo Calvino
ISBN 9780141190129
Rs. 1,118
Penguin Modern Classics
Fantastic Tales
Who it's for: Readers of classic literature and fans of the macabre
Dive into the eerie world of nineteenth-century fantastic literature with Italo Calvino’s captivating collection. This anthology features haunting tales like Hoffmann’s ‘The Sandman’, Poe’s ‘The Tell-Tale Heart’, and Dickens’s ‘The Signal-Man’, alongside lesser-known gems by literary giants such as Balzac, James, Scott, Maupassant, and Stevenson. Each story is accompanied by Calvino’s insightful introduction, offering a deeper understanding of these mysterious and macabre narratives. Why You Should Read? Explore a diverse range of supernatural and psychological horrors. Discover both famous and hidden works by renowned authors. Gain unique insights through Calvino’s engaging introductions. Perfect for fans of classic literature and the macabre.
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- Includes famous tales like Hoffmann's 'The Sandman' and Poe's 'The Tell-Tale Heart'
- Features lesser-known works by Balzac, James, Scott, Maupassant, and Stevenson
- Each story accompanied by Calvino's insightful introduction
- Explores supernatural and psychological horror from the nineteenth century
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Questions about this book
Which authors are included in this collection?
The collection includes tales by Hoffmann, Poe, Dickens, Balzac, James, Scott, Maupassant, and Stevenson, among others.
Does the book include any introductory material?
Yes, each story is accompanied by an insightful introduction by Italo Calvino.
What is the focus of the collection?
It focuses on nineteenth-century fantastic literature, featuring supernatural and psychological horror stories.
Is this a translation?
The book is in English and falls under the subject 'Fiction, translations into English', so it is likely a translation.