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Two terrifying classics by the best kept secret in contemporary horror fiction (The Washington Post)Thomas Ligottis debut collection, Songs of a Dead Dreamer, and his second, Grimscribe, permanently inscribed a new name in the pantheon of horror fiction. Influenced by the strange terrors of Lovecraft and Poe and by the brutal absurdity of Kafka, Ligotti eschews cheap, gory thrills for his own brand of horror, which shocks at the deepest, existential, levels.Ligottis stories take on decaying cities and lurid dreamscapes in a style ranging from rich, ornamental prose to cold, clinical detachment. His raw and experimental work lays bare the unimportance of our world and the sickening madness of the human condition. Like the greatest writers of cosmic horror, Ligotti bends reality until it cracks, opening fissures through which he invites us to gaze on the unsettling darkness of the abyss below.For more than sixtyfive years, Penguin has been the leading publisher of classic literature in the Englishspeaking world. With more than 1,500 titles, Penguin Classics represents a global bookshelf of the best works throughout history and across genres and disciplines. Readers trust the series to provide authoritative texts enhanced by introductions and notes by distinguished scholars and contemporary authors, as well as uptodate translations by awardwinning translators.
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- Q: What are the main themes explored in 'Songs of a Dead Dreamer and Grimscribe'? A: The main themes include existential horror, the madness of the human condition, and the exploration of decaying realities, drawing influences from writers like Lovecraft, Poe, and Kafka.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Thomas Ligotti, known for his unique approach to horror fiction.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: The book contains 464 pages.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'Songs of a Dead Dreamer and Grimscribe'? A: The book was published on October 6, 2015.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition is a paperback binding.
- Q: Is this book suitable for fans of cosmic horror? A: Yes, it is particularly suitable for fans of cosmic horror due to its themes of existential dread and the exploration of unsettling realities.
- Q: Does the book include any additional materials, like introductions or notes? A: While this book is primarily a collection of stories, it may not include extensive introductions or notes as seen in some classic literature series.
- Q: What kind of writing style can readers expect from Thomas Ligotti? A: Readers can expect a range of styles from rich, ornamental prose to cold, clinical detachment, reflecting the unsettling themes of the stories.
- Q: Is 'Songs of a Dead Dreamer and Grimscribe' part of a series? A: No, this book is a standalone collection of stories by the author, although it showcases his signature themes and style.
- Q: Can this book be recommended for someone new to horror fiction? A: Yes, it can be recommended for readers new to horror fiction, especially those interested in a more philosophical and existential approach to the genre.