The Great Return (Edition2023) - Softcover

Machen, Arthur

Softcover

ISBN 10: 9362204088 ISBN 13: 9789362204080

Publisher: Double 9 Books LLP, 2024

Synopsis

"The Great Return" by Arthur Machen is a captivating supernatural novel that intertwines mystery, occult elements, and Welsh mythology. Machen's masterful storytelling weaves a tale of horror and psychological terror set against the backdrop of Victorian England. In this novel, Machen explores themes of spiritualism and the occult, drawing on Welsh folklore and mythology to create an atmospheric and gothic narrative. As strange events unfold, readers are drawn into a world where the line between reality and the supernatural blurs, leaving them questioning the true nature of the mysteries surrounding the characters. With its blend of folklore, horror, and psychological depth, "The Great Return" keeps readers on the edge of their seats, as they unravel the secrets hidden within the pages. Machen's exploration of spiritualism adds layers of intrigue to the narrative, while his vivid depiction of Victorian England immerses readers in a world of darkness and mystery. As the story unfolds, readers are taken on a journey filled with twists and turns, culminating in a suspenseful and chilling conclusion that leaves a lasting impact. "The Great Return" stands as a testament to Machen's skill as a storyteller and his ability to evoke fear and fascination in equal measure.

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About the Author

Arthur Llewellyn Jones was a Welsh author and mystic who lived from March 3, 1863, to December 15, 1947. Arthur Machen was his pen name. He is best known for writing important horror, fantasy, and magical stories. Stephen King said that his short story "The Great God Pan" (1890 or 1894) was "Maybe the best in the English language." It is considered a classic in the horror genre. Many people read his short story "The Bowmen" as if it were true, which is how the story of the Angels of Mons came to be. Charles Llewelyn Jones was born in Caerleon, Monmouthshire, and became Richard Machen. There is a blue plaque on the house where he was born, which is across the street from the Olde Bull Inn in The Square at Caerleon and next to the Priory Hotel. He often called Monmouthshire by the name of the medieval Welsh kingdom, Gwent. The area's beautiful scenery and Celtic, Roman, and medieval history left a big impact on him, and his love of it is at the heart of many of his works. The Machen family came from Carmarthenshire and had a long history of being priests.

Edition details

• Publisher: Double 9 Books LLP
• Publication date: 2024
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 9362204088
• ISBN 13: 9789362204080
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 40