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VINTAGE CLASSICS//WEIRD GIRLS: Dive into the depraved, delectable depths of women's weird fiction, with nine pioneering novels that reevaluate gender and sexuality.A craftsman by day and worshipper of the occult by night, Dirk Renswoude is delicately boned, wildly intelligent, ruthlessly cunning and downright evil. When fate brings the dashing Thierry to his door, the pair are astonished to find their hidden obsessions with the black arts mirrored in another. Under the cover of a hushed midnight sky a sudden, intimate bond is ignited.Lead by Dirk's wicked brilliance, the young occultists set off on a journey to hone their craft, traversing the weird woodlands and haunted libraries of medieval Europe. As his talents grow, it becomes increasingly clear that Dirk will stop at nothing to fulfil his dark desires and keep Thierry at his side, all while hiding one precious secret.First published in 1909, Black Magic is the rediscovered tale of a dazzling anti-hero, with a remarkable twist.'A subtle and complex thriller . . . consistently undermines the reader's expectations: Schemers become saints, murderers turn out to be self-sacrificing and the diabolically wicked gradually earn our sympathy and respect.' Washington Post

This new edition of an overlooked classic, features a handful of Bowen short stories that chime with the dark themes of the main novella. A twentieth-century forerunner of the popular subgenres of Gothic romance and witchcraft fiction.

Featuring Bowen's trademark authentic historical detail, evoking Germany and its haunting folklore in the 1800s, this lost novel from one of the great writers of twentieth-century Weird returns to print for the first time since 1921. This title includes a new introduction by the writer and critic Michael Dirda.

"The Governor of England" is an ancient historical romance story book written by Marjorie Bowen. It weaves combines romance, intrigue, and political suspense to produce a gripping story. Bowen brilliantly demonstrates the electricity struggles and conflicts of the Elizabethan technology in this narrative, that's specializing in the main character's journey via which he navigates the unsafe seas of court docket politics. The piece explores problems consisting of ambition, dedication, betrayal, and the intricacies of human relationships. Bowen's outstanding determination to detail brings Elizabethan England to existence, correctly depicting the splendor of the royal court, the intrigue of political maneuvering, and the boundaries encountered via those in positions of authority. At its basis, "The Governor of England" is a fascinating historic drama that takes visitors into the tumultuous international of Renaissance England. Bowen introduces readers to a bygone period, where targets and preference war of words in opposition to an environment of wealth and affect. In preferred "The Governor of England" is a riveting examine to be able to appeal to ancient fiction lovers and moreover any person interested in Elizabethan England's superb beyond.

The book ¿God's Playthings¿ is a historical and biographical fiction written by Marjorie Bowen. The book is cantered between the medieval period of England during the reign of King Richard 3 and the controversial monarchy. As the war of the roses rages Elizabeth find herself wept between political mechanization and struggle of the power. With the help of this book the readers can witness shape of destiny of the Kingdom and the battle of throne between the houses of York and Lancaster. The author has Vivian the book with beautiful elements of drama romance and political strategies, creating it quite fascinating which explore the themes of loyalty and ambition. The book shows the glances of historical figures and complexities present in the relationships and challenges fish during a great upheaval. Bowen vivid description and the fascinating way of storytelling keeps the attention of reader at the edge of the seat till the book ends. We can say that book is a historical novel that transport readers to an era where nations hangs with the balance and navigate to secure the place while creating history

Set in Renaissance Florence, this novel tells the story of a young woman caught up in the pageantry and politics of the city's famous carnival. With vivid period detail and a cast of colorful characters, The Carnival of Florence is a captivating historical novel that will transport readers to a bygone era.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.

This historical novel set in 15th century England tells the story of a young squire who rises to prominence as an officer of arms, charged with the task of heraldry and genealogy. Along the way, he is embroiled in political intrigue and romantic entanglements as he seeks to advance his career and secure his family's position.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.

This haunting and unsettling tale delves into the life of little Elsie, a neglected and unwanted orphan, who exists beneath the shadow of her perpetual loneliness. Exploring themes of abandonment, neglect, and the resilience of the human spirit, Elsie's Lonely Afternoon is a gothic horror tale laced with black humour. Elsie is a young orphan living in a grand house in Hampstead under the care of her bed bound grandmother. Forbidden to speak to the servants, the little girl is quite alone in life. This volume is part of the Mothers of the Macabre series, celebrating the gothic horror masterpieces of pioneering women writers who played a pivotal role in shaping and advancing the genre. First published in 1933, Marjorie Bowen masterfully explores the the stark contrast between a child's innate need for love and care and the harsh reality of her isolated and uncaring environment.

In a vibrant follow-up to his edition of Marjorie Bowen's The Grey Chamber (2021), John C. Tibbetts has assembled a second volume this unjustly forgotten British writer's work. Here we find selections from half-a-dozen of her most vivid and provocative novels, including such vivid historical works as The Viper of Milan (1906) and The Poisoners (1936). Presented in full is The Devil Snar'd (1932), a novel of supernatural horror that, in the words of Virginia Woolf, "comes from the force with which it makes us realize the power that our minds possess for such excursions into the darkness." There follow an expansive series of recollections of Bowen and critical analyses of her work, from such distinguished writers as Graham Greene, Rebecca West, Michael Sadleir (who writes on "Marjorie Bowen's Tales of Terror"), and Jessica Amanda Salmonson. In an appendix to this volume, Tibbetts transcribes the letters between Bowen and the American literary critic Edward Wagenknecht, covering the period 1945-48 and discussing the grim postwar period in England as well as the possibility of Arkham House publishing some of Bowen's work. Tibbetts concludes the volume with an exhaustive bibliography of her work. Along with The Grey Chamber, this volume provides some of the most illuminating documents relating to the life and work of Marjorie Bowen, one of the most distinctive writers of her generation. John C. Tibbetts is a professor at the University of Kansas and the author of The Furies of Marjorie Bowen (2019), the first full-length critical study of her work. He has also written The Gothic Imagination (2011) as well as books on music and film.

The Master of Stair, has been acknowledged as a major work throughout human history, and we have taken precautions to assure its preservation by republishing this book in a modern manner for both present and future generations. This book has been completely retyped, revised, and reformatted. The text is readable and clear because these books are not created from scanned copies.

"[This] series of Christmas ghost stories, miniature books chosen and illustrated by the cartoonist Seth ... [offers] chills-and charm."-New York Times Book ReviewWorld-renowned cartoonist Seth returns with three new ghost stories for 2023.Maitland returns to his ancestral estate after having lived a largely solitary life. He soon finds himself increasingly obsessed with the magnificent field of poppies surrounding his home, as well as the man harvesting them.

The Viper of Milan depicts 14th century Italy as a place of danger and fractious warfare, as disparate groups of nobles fought to achieve and maintain supremacy.A novel steeped in darkness and conflict, we are plunged into the rivalries which rend the province of Lombardy in the early Renaissance. That the reader be immersed, Marjorie Bowen researched the period extensively, noting the rise of the Visconti family who would dominate Milan for decades. Although this novel is not historically accurate, its general depiction of Italian society and nobility of the time - of its priorities, cruelties and caprices - is founded in factual incidents.Marjorie Bowen specialized in historical romances, publishing over a hundred fictional works set in a variety of time periods and locales, together with several biographies of famous figures of yore. Often they contain a romantic element, alongside a gothic or dark aspect; such idiosyncrasy made Bowen a favorite of authors such as Graham Greene. The Viper of Milan, which appeared in 1906, is her earliest published work, the warm reception spurring the young author to further writing.

Kings-at-Arms , a classic since it was first published. Has been considered important throughout the human history, and so that this work is never forgotten we have made efforts in its preservation by republishing this book in a modern format for present and future generations. This whole book has been reformatted, retyped and designed. These books are not made of scanned copies and hence the text is clear and readable.

The book "" The Governor of England "" has been considered important throughout the human history, and so that this work is never forgotten we have made efforts in its preservation by republishing this book in a modern format for present and future generations. This whole book has been reformatted, retyped and designed. These books are not made of scanned copies and hence the text is clear and readable.

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This book has been considered important throughout the human history, and so that this work is never forgotten we have made efforts in its preservation by republishing this book in a modern format for present and future generations. This whole book has been reformatted, retyped and designed. These books are not made of scanned copies and hence the text is clear and readable.

Margaret Gabrielle Vere Long (née Campbell; 1 November 1885 - 23 December 1952), who used the pseudonym Marjorie Bowen, was a British author who wrote historical romances, supernatural horror stories, popular history and biography. Her total output numbers over 150 volumes with the bulk of her work under the 'Bowen' pseudonym. She also wrote under the names Joseph Shearing, George R. Preedy, John Winch, Robert Paye. After The Viper of Milan (1906), she produced a steady stream of writings until the day of her death. Bowen's work under her own name was primarily historical novels.

Margaret Gabrielle Vere Long (née Campbell; 1 November 1885 - 23 December 1952), who used the pseudonym Marjorie Bowen, was a British author who wrote historical romances, supernatural horror stories, popular history and biography. Her total output numbers over 150 volumes with the bulk of her work under the 'Bowen' pseudonym. She also wrote under the names Joseph Shearing, George R. Preedy, John Winch, Robert Paye. After The Viper of Milan (1906), she produced a steady stream of writings until the day of her death. Bowen's work under her own name was primarily historical novels.

Margaret Gabrielle Vere Long (née Campbell; 1 November 1885 - 23 December 1952), who used the pseudonym Marjorie Bowen, was a British author who wrote historical romances, supernatural horror stories, popular history and biography. Her total output numbers over 150 volumes with the bulk of her work under the 'Bowen' pseudonym. She also wrote under the names Joseph Shearing, George R. Preedy, John Winch, Robert Paye. After The Viper of Milan (1906), she produced a steady stream of writings until the day of her death. Bowen's work under her own name was primarily historical novels.

Margaret Gabrielle Vere Long (née Campbell; 1 November 1885 - 23 December 1952), who used the pseudonym Marjorie Bowen, was a British author who wrote historical romances, supernatural horror stories, popular history and biography. Her total output numbers over 150 volumes with the bulk of her work under the 'Bowen' pseudonym. She also wrote under the names Joseph Shearing, George R. Preedy, John Winch, Robert Paye. After The Viper of Milan (1906), she produced a steady stream of writings until the day of her death. Bowen's work under her own name was primarily historical novels.