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Stories of vampires, werewolves, zombies, witches, goblins, mummies, and other supernatural creatures have existed for time immemorial, and scary stories are among the earliest types of fictions ever recorded. Historical Dictionary of Horror Literature is an invaluable aid in studying horror literature, including influential authors, texts, terms, subgenres, and literary movements.

It contains a chronology, an introduction, and an extensive bibliography. The dictionary section has more than 400 cross-referenced entries covering authors, subgenres, tropes, awards, organizations, and important terms related to horror. This book is an excellent resource for students, researchers, and anyone wanting to know more about horror literature.



Table of Contents

Acknowledgements

Acronyms and Abbreviations

Chronology

Introduction

THE DICTIONARY

Bibliography

About the Author

Historical Dictionary of Horror Literature

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      Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
      Publication Date: 15/12/2023
      ISBN13: 9781538166048, 978-1538166048
      ISBN10: 1538166046

      Description

      Book Synopsis

      Stories of vampires, werewolves, zombies, witches, goblins, mummies, and other supernatural creatures have existed for time immemorial, and scary stories are among the earliest types of fictions ever recorded. Historical Dictionary of Horror Literature is an invaluable aid in studying horror literature, including influential authors, texts, terms, subgenres, and literary movements.

      It contains a chronology, an introduction, and an extensive bibliography. The dictionary section has more than 400 cross-referenced entries covering authors, subgenres, tropes, awards, organizations, and important terms related to horror. This book is an excellent resource for students, researchers, and anyone wanting to know more about horror literature.



      Table of Contents

      Acknowledgements

      Acronyms and Abbreviations

      Chronology

      Introduction

      THE DICTIONARY

      Bibliography

      About the Author

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