Name: Hieroglyphics
SKU: 66068975
Price: 26.66 EUR
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Author: Arthur Machen
ISBN: 9781023414470

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Physical Book

Author

Arthur Machen

Publisher

Anson Street Press

Language

English

Pages

Format

Paperback

Dimensions

23.4x15.6x0.5 cm

ISBN13

9781023414470

Hieroglyphics

Arthur Machen (Author) · Anson Street Press · Paperback

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Synopsis "Hieroglyphics"

Arthur Machen's "Hieroglyphics" offers a fascinating exploration of literature and the art of reading. This collection of essays delves into the very essence of what makes a book truly worth reading, presenting Machen's unique perspective on literary criticism. He champions the power of emotion and feeling in storytelling, offering a counterpoint to purely intellectual approaches. Machen examines various authors and their works, dissecting the qualities that elevate certain books to the realm of timeless classics. More than just analysis, "Hieroglyphics" is a passionate defense of literature's power to transport us, to evoke wonder, and to stir the soul. This thought-provoking volume provides invaluable insights for anyone seeking a deeper understanding and appreciation of the written word. A vital contribution to the field of literary criticism, this edition allows readers to rediscover Machen's distinctive voice and engaging arguments. Prepared with care, this printing preserves the original text for continued enjoyment and scholarly study.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Arthur Machen

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Arthur Machen es el seudónimo de Arthur Llewelyn Jones (1863-1947) un escritor y periodista galés que tiene el incuestionable honor de ser el padre de la novela decadente de terror. Después de una juventud un tanto errática, en la que compagina la escritura con trabajos eventuales, en 1890 Machen se dedica plenamente a la escritura gracias a una herencia familiar. De esos años de trabajo pleno surgirán sus mejores obras, las que le convertirán en un escritor tremendamente popular.Influenciado por las nuevas tendencias espirituales de su época, como el paganismo, el ocultismo o el espiritismo, Machen participa en distintos grupos hasta ingresar en la Hermetic Order of the Golden Dawn, una secta cristiana que preconizaba la recuperación de los antiguos rituales de la iglesia.Prolífico, Machen publicó 13 novelas que gozaron de una extraordinaria acogida popular, y resultó tremendamente influyente para todos aquellos autores que, después de él, decidieron explorar los aspectos más oscuros de la ficción.

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