The Fantasy Book: The Ghostly, The Gothic, The Magical, The Unreal
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image, foxing in FEP, pages otherwise fine
The Fantasy Book: The Ghostly • The Gothic • The Magical • The Unreal presents a comprehensive overview of the fantastical elements that define the genre. This critical anthology chronicles the evolution of ghostly narratives, gothic sensibilities, and magical realism across various literary works. It uncovers the profound impact of the unreal on storytelling, illustrating how these themes shape our understanding of imaginative literature. Rottensteiner's insightful commentary details the intricate connections between these distinct yet intertwined facets of fantasy, offering a compelling analysis for enthusiasts and scholars alike. This volume argues for the enduring power of the fantastical in shaping human imagination.
Author: Franz Rottensteiner
Format: Paperback
Published: 1978, Thames and Hudson
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image, foxing in FEP, pages otherwise fine
The Fantasy Book: The Ghostly • The Gothic • The Magical • The Unreal presents a comprehensive overview of the fantastical elements that define the genre. This critical anthology chronicles the evolution of ghostly narratives, gothic sensibilities, and magical realism across various literary works. It uncovers the profound impact of the unreal on storytelling, illustrating how these themes shape our understanding of imaginative literature. Rottensteiner's insightful commentary details the intricate connections between these distinct yet intertwined facets of fantasy, offering a compelling analysis for enthusiasts and scholars alike. This volume argues for the enduring power of the fantastical in shaping human imagination.