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The Astounding Illustrated History of Fantasy & Horror

By Russ Thorne and Rosie Fletcher and Michael Kerrigan and Mike Ashley and Dave Golder and Roger Luckhurst and Matt Cardin
Series: Inspirations & Techniques
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The Astounding Illustrated History of Fantasy & Horror is a captivating exploration of the fantasy and horror genres. It delves into their evolution, key themes, and cultural impact while showcasing iconic works and figures that have shaped these imaginative genres. The book is richly illustrated and offers insights into the storytelling and artistic traditions that continue to thrill audiences worldwide.
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If you're fascinated by the rich and imaginative worlds of fantasy and horror, this book offers a visually captivating journey through the history and evolution of these genres. It may appeal to you if you enjoy exploring the cultural impact and artistry behind some of the most enduring tales in literature and beyond.

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Companion title to The Astounding Illustrated History of Science Fiction this new book reflects the same roots in Gothic literature but follows a complementary path through the 20th century, featuring a brilliant concoction of movie posters, stills, book covers, fantastic art and incredible timelines.

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The Astounding Illustrated History of Fantasy & Horror serves as a companion title to The Astounding Illustrated History of Science Fiction. This new book dives into the shared roots of Gothic literature, following a complementary path through the 20th century.

It explores the cinematic works of Peter Jackson, the success of streaming TV series such as Grimm, and the fantasy in Neil Gaiman's American Gods. From the wellspring of Frankenstein, Germanic fairy tales, and heroic, epic myths, this book uncovers a dark and fantastic journey to the fragmentation of the 1930s.

Discover the schlock horror of early modern movies, the invention of High Fantasy by Tolkien and fellow Inkling C.S. Lewis, and the pulp magazine powerhouse Weird Tales, featuring Robert E. Howard's sword and sorcery archetype, Conan.

This publication is a brilliant concoction of movie posters, stills, book covers, fantastic art, and incredible timelines. It includes beautiful, lavish full-page reproductions and features 300 illustrations.

Selling Points:

  • Tracing the visual history of Horror and Fantasy
  • Covers books, movies, TV box sets, and classics
  • Offers beautiful and lavish full-page reproductions

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781786648037

Publisher: Flame Tree Publishing

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 24 August 2018

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Flame Tree Publishing

Illustration: 170 Illustrations, color

Contributors:

  • Foreword by Ramsey Campbell
  • Consultant editor S.T. Joshi

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 22.0mm

Width: 279.0mm

Height: 289.0mm

Weight: 1826g

Pages: 192

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About the Author

S.T. Joshi (consultant editor and introduction) is the author of The Weird Tale (1990), The Modern Weird Tale (2001), and Unutterable Horror: A History of Supernatural Fiction (2012). His award-winning biography H.P. Lovecraft: A Life (1996) was later expanded as I Am Providence: The Life and Times of H. P. Lovecraft (2010). He has prepared editions of the work of Arthur Machen, Lord Dunsany, M.R. James, Algernon Blackwood, Ambrose Bierce, Clark Ashton Smith, and other classic authors of weird fiction, as well as the anthology American Supernatural Tales (2007).

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