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The Ghost Pirates And Other Revenants Of The Sea: The Collected Fiction Of William Hope Hodgson, Volume 3
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Available For The First Time In Trade Paperback, The Third Of Five Volumes Collecting The Complete Fiction Of William Hope Hodgson, An Influential Early Twentiethcentury Author Of Science Fiction, Horror, And The Fantastic.William Hope Hodgson Was, Like His Contemporaries Algernon Blackwood And Arthur Machen, One Of The Most Important, Prolific, And Influential Fantasists Of The Early Twentieth Century. His Dark And Unsettling Short Stories And Novels Were Shaped In Large Part By Personal Experience (A Professional Merchant Mariner For Much Of His Life, Many Of Hodgsons Tales Are Set At Sea), And His Work Evokes A Disturbing Sense Of The Amorphous And Horrific Unknown.While His Nautical Adventure Fiction Was Very Popular During His Lifetime, The Supernatural And Cosmic Horror He Is Most Remembered For Only Became Well Known After His Death, Mainly Due To The Efforts Of Writers Like H. P. Lovecraft And Clark Ashton Smith, Who Often Praised His Work And Cited It As An Influence On Their Own. By The Latter Half Of The Twentieth Century, It Was Only His Weird Fiction That Remained In Print, And His Vast Catalog Of Nonsupernatural Stories Was Extremely Hard To Find.Night Shade Bookss Fivevolume Series Presents All Of Hodgsons Unique And Timeless Fiction. Each Volume Contains One Of Hodgson'S Novels, Along With A Selection Of Thematicallylinked Short Fiction, Including A Number Of Works Reprinted For The First Time Since Their Original Publication. The Third Book Of The Fivevolume Set, The Ghost Pirates And Other Revenants Of The Sea, Collects More Of Hodgsons Nautical Fiction, Including His 1909 Novel The Ghost Pirates.The Complete Fiction Of William Hope Hodgson Is Published By Night Shade Books In The Following Volumes:The Boats Of The Glen Carrig And Other Nautical Adventuresthe House On The Borderland And Other Mysterious Placesthe Ghost Pirates And Other Revenants Of The Seathe Night Land And Other Romancesthe Dream Of X And Other Fantastic Visions
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- Q: How many pages are in the book? A: There are five hundred thirty-six pages in this book. It contains a collection of stories by William Hope Hodgson.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: This book is a trade paperback. The binding ensures durability while remaining lightweight for easy reading.
- Q: What are the dimensions of the book? A: The book measures six inches in length, one point sixty-one inches in width, and nine point zero two inches in height.
- Q: Who is the author of this collection? A: The author is William Hope Hodgson. He was an influential writer known for his contributions to horror and science fiction.
- Q: What genre does this book belong to? A: This book belongs to the Anthologies genre. It features a collection of Hodgson's fiction, including supernatural and nautical themes.
- Q: How do I read the stories in this collection? A: You can read the stories in any order, as they are thematically linked but stand alone. Enjoy the diverse themes and styles.
- Q: Is this book suitable for young readers? A: The book is generally recommended for older teens and adults due to its themes of horror and the supernatural.
- Q: Can I use this book for academic purposes? A: Yes, this book can be used for academic study, especially in literature or genre studies focused on early twentieth-century fiction.
- Q: How should I store this book? A: Store the book in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. This will help preserve its pages and binding.
- Q: Is there any special care needed for this paperback? A: No special care is needed, but handle it gently to avoid creasing the cover or tearing the pages.
- Q: What if the book arrives damaged? A: If the book arrives damaged, contact the seller immediately for return or replacement options.
- Q: How do I return this book if I don't like it? A: Check the seller's return policy for instructions on how to return the book if it does not meet your expectations.
- Q: What makes this collection unique? A: This collection is unique because it includes both well-known and rare works by Hodgson, many of which are reprinted for the first time.
- Q: Are there any notable themes in Hodgson's stories? A: Yes, notable themes include cosmic horror, the unknown, and nautical adventures, reflecting Hodgson's own experiences at sea.
- Q: How does this book compare to other volumes in the series? A: This volume focuses on Hodgson's nautical fiction, making it distinct from other volumes that explore different themes.
- Q: Can I gift this book to a friend? A: Yes, this book makes an excellent gift for fans of classic horror and fantasy literature.