Dieser Autor erlangte Berühmtheit für seine fesselnden Erzählungen, die von übernatürlichen Ritualen inspiriert waren, denen er während seiner Dienstzeit in der Karibik begegnete. Seine bemerkenswerte Fähigkeit, aus jedem vorgeschlagenen Haushaltsgegenstand sofort eine Handlung zu entwickeln, sicherte ihm einen Platz unter den produktivsten Schriftstellern seiner Zeit. Sein Name zierte häufig die Titelseiten von Pulp-Magazinen, wobei seine Arbeit hauptsächlich Genres wie Luftfahrt, Detektivgeschichten, Abenteuer und unheimliche Bedrohungen erforschte. In seinen späteren Jahren hielt er Vorträge über paranormale Aktivitäten, was seine lebenslange Faszination für das Unerklärliche widerspiegelt.
Internationale Horror-Storys, hrsg. von Christian Dörge
Eine herausragende Horror-Anthologie mit 32 Erzählungen internationaler Spitzenautoren wie H. P. Lovecraft, Edgar Allan Poe und Shirley Jackson. Zusammengetragen von Christian Dörge, bietet das Werk eine vielfältige Sammlung fesselnder Geschichten, die das Genre neu definieren.
Dorus Noel spent years in the Far East, and had the torture scars to prove it. Now he was back in NYC, working undercover in Manhattan's Chinatown, confronting the most insidious crimes and criminals imaginable. Burks' Chinatown is a society of strange alliances, a place of dark menace and mystery, an urban nightmare of secret passageways riddling the district like rabbit warrens, a new world under the shadow of China's past. Collected for the first time are all 11 Dorus Noel stories from the pulp, All Detective Magazine (1933-34). Also included is extensive new information on All Detective and the fascinating career of pulp-writer Arthur J. Burks.
In a daring effort to defeat a powerful scientist, Lee and Ellen confront the terrifying challenges within Barter's laboratory. Their mission is fraught with danger as they navigate through the horrors that await them, showcasing their bravery and determination to overcome the odds.
Featuring five captivating sci-fi stories, this anthology showcases the imaginative works of some of the most prolific writers from the last century. Each tale explores unique themes and futuristic concepts, offering readers a diverse range of narratives that reflect the genre's evolution. With contributions from renowned authors, this collection promises to engage fans of science fiction with its thought-provoking plots and innovative ideas.
The May 1935 issue of Terror Tales features a collection of suspenseful and terrifying stories from notable authors such as Arthur Leo Zagat and Paul Ernst. As a key publication in the "Weird Menace" genre, this facsimile edition captures the essence of the magazine that ran for nearly 50 issues, showcasing the best of pulp fiction. Readers can expect a thrilling blend of mystery and horror from the era's top writers.
The narrative centers on a character whose credibility is questioned after he claims to have seen five columns of light, rather than just one. His dubious reputation and lack of intelligence cast doubt on his story, especially since he insists the columns maintain a consistent thickness, contradicting common knowledge about searchlight beams. This tension between belief and skepticism drives the plot, highlighting themes of perception and truth in the face of extraordinary claims.
The narrative explores a world where the Earth suffers from environmental decline due to humanity's relentless pursuit of land and resources. As the sun's warmth diminishes and oceans vanish, the planet faces extreme weather and a bleak existence. The irony lies in the fact that while humans possess the Secret of Life, allowing them to live for centuries, this very knowledge contributes to the Earth's demise. The story delves into themes of environmental stewardship and the consequences of human actions on the planet's health.