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Schalken the Painter: A chilling tale of love, art, and the supernatural in the Dutch Golden Age

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Engelsk
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In "Schalken the Painter," Sheridan Le Fanu crafts a compelling tale steeped in gothic elements and early Victorian sensibilities. The novella intertwines the life of the fictionalized Dutch painter Godfried Schalken and explores themes of art, love, and the supernatural. Le Fanu employs a rich, descriptive prose style that evokes the eerie ambiance of 17th-century Holland, while his psychological depth enhances the characters' experiences, eliciting a palpable sense of dread and intrigue. The story reflects the broader literary context of the Gothic revival of the period, showcasing Le Fanu's masterful ability to merge romance with horror, driven by an unsettling narrative that questions the boundaries between reality and spectral imagination. Sheridan Le Fanu (1814-1873) was an influential figure in the development of the ghost story and supernatural fiction. Growing up in an Irish literary milieu, Le Fanu was deeply influenced by folklore, history, and the complexities of human psychology. His fascination with the eerie and the uncanny pervades his body of work, and "Schalken the Painter" serves as a reflection of his preoccupations with the interplay of art and the ethereal, as well as the darker aspects of human nature. This remarkable novella is highly recommended for readers who appreciate gothic literature and the nuanced interplay between art and fear. Le Fanu's exploration of hidden desires and existential dread will resonate with those intrigued by the psychological intricacies of the human condition, making "Schalken the Painter" an essential addition to the canon of supernatural fiction.

© 2020 Good Press (E-bog): 4064066312350

Release date

E-bog: 8. december 2020

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