Bøker av Robert W. Chambers

Robert William Chambers (May 26, 1865 - December 16, 1933) was an American artist and fiction writer, best known for his book of short stories titled The King in Yellow, published in 1895. Chambers was first educated at the Brooklyn Polytechnic Institute, and then entered the Art Students' League at around the age of twenty, where the artist Charles Dana Gibson was a fellow student. Chambers studied in Paris at the École des Beaux-Arts and the Académie Julian from 1886 to 1893, and his work was displayed at the Salon as early as 1889. On his return to New York, he succeeded in selling his illustrations to Life, Truth, and Vogue magazines. His most famous, and perhaps most meritorious, effort is The King in Yellow, a collection of Art Nouveau short stories published in 1895.

Robert William Chambers (May 26, 1865 - December 16, 1933) was an American artist and fiction writer, best known for his book of short stories titled The King in Yellow, published in 1895. Chambers was first educated at the Brooklyn Polytechnic Institute, and then entered the Art Students' League at around the age of twenty, where the artist Charles Dana Gibson was a fellow student. Chambers studied in Paris at the École des Beaux-Arts and the Académie Julian from 1886 to 1893, and his work was displayed at the Salon as early as 1889. On his return to New York, he succeeded in selling his illustrations to Life, Truth, and Vogue magazines. His most famous, and perhaps most meritorious, effort is The King in Yellow, a collection of Art Nouveau short stories published in 1895.

Robert William Chambers (May 26, 1865 - December 16, 1933) was an American artist and fiction writer, best known for his book of short stories titled The King in Yellow, published in 1895. Chambers was first educated at the Brooklyn Polytechnic Institute, and then entered the Art Students' League at around the age of twenty, where the artist Charles Dana Gibson was a fellow student. Chambers studied in Paris at the École des Beaux-Arts and the Académie Julian from 1886 to 1893, and his work was displayed at the Salon as early as 1889. On his return to New York, he succeeded in selling his illustrations to Life, Truth, and Vogue magazines. His most famous, and perhaps most meritorious, effort is The King in Yellow, a collection of Art Nouveau short stories published in 1895.

"The Danger Mark" by Robert W. Chambers is a riveting novel that unfolds towards the backdrop of the early twentieth century. The story is set inside the old fashioned village of Port Agnew, where social conventions and personal aspirations conflict, developing a web of intrigue and suspense. At the coronary heart of the narrative is Beverly Plank, a younger woman whose arrival in Port Agnew disrupts the mounted order. As she navigates the intricacies of small-city lifestyles, a mysterious hazard mark emerges, symbolizing the hidden perils that lie under the surface. Chambers weaves a story of affection, ambition, and societal expectancies, exploring the anxiety between subculture and the preference for private freedom. The novel skillfully captures the psychological complexities of its characters, delving into their fears, aspirations, and the effects of defying societal norms. As the risk mark will become a metaphor for the demanding situations confronted by means of the characters, the narrative unfolds with unexpected twists and turns. Chambers' masterful storytelling and nuanced character development make "The Danger Mark" a compelling exploration of the human condition. The novel invites readers to mirror at the alternatives we make, the dangers that lurk within the shadows, and the resilience required to navigate the precarious adventure of self-discovery in a society marked by its very own set of dangers.

Robert William Chambers (1865-1933) was an American illustrator and writer, best known for The King in Yellow, his influential and odd collection of ten macabre and French short stories first published in 1895. The title refers to a fictional play featured in four of the stories, and to a mysterious and malevolent supernatural entity within that play who may very well exist outside of it . . . It is whispered that the play leaves only insanity and sorrow in its wake; it tempts those who read it, bringing upon them hallucinations and madness . . .Influencing the works of H.P. Lovecraft, Raymond Chandler, George R.R. Martin, Neil Gaiman, and Nic Pizzolato (creator of HBO's True Detective), and described by critics as a classic in the field of the supernatural, The King in Yellow - with its dashes of fantasy, mystery, mythology, romance, and science fiction - is a staple of the early gothic and Victorian horror genres.

Ce livre classique a été initialement publié il y a des décennies sous le titre " The Maids of Paradise . Il a maintenant été traduit par Writat en langue française pour leurs lecteurs francophones. Chez Writat, nous sommes passionnés par la préservation du patrimoine littéraire du passé. Nous avons traduit ce livre en français afin que les générations présentes et futures puissent le lire et le conserver.

R. W. Chambers's "Outdoorland" invites readers into a captivating world of outdoor adventures and exploration. The narrative unfolds as readers journey through various outdoor settings, encountering challenges, discoveries, and the wonders of the natural world.Set against the backdrop of diverse outdoor landscapes, the story embraces themes of adventure, curiosity, and the appreciation of nature's beauty. Through the characters' interactions with their surroundings and their engagement with outdoor activities, readers are transported into a realm of excitement and exploration.The novella delves into themes of connection with the environment, personal growth, and the joy of discovery. As the characters navigate outdoor challenges and engage in activities that require adaptability and skill, they embody the qualities of resilience and a love for the great outdoors."Outdoorland" captures the essence of outdoor exploration and the thrill of discovering the world's hidden treasures. R. W. Chambers's storytelling encourages readers to embrace the spirit of adventure, fostering an appreciation for nature's wonders and the experiences that await those who seek to explore the great outdoors.

The King in Yellow is a book of short stories by the American writer Robert W. Chambers, first published in 1895. The book is named after a play with the same title which recurs as a motif through some of the stories. The first half of the book features highly esteemed horror stories, and the book has been described by critics such as E. F. Bleiler and T. E. D. Klein as a classic in the field of the supernatural.There are 10 stories;The King In Yellow;The Repairer Of Reputations;The Mask;In The Court Of The Dragon;The Yellow Sign;The Demoiselle D'ys;The Prophets' Paradise;The Street Of The Four Winds;The Street Of The First Shell;The Street Of Our Lady Of The Fields & Rue Barrée.

The King in Yellow is a collection of ten interconnected stories that explore the despair and madness that characters experience when they come into contact with the forbidden play, The King in Yellow. One of the best examples of Victorian-gothic horror, it is widely regarded. Robert W. Chambers' collection of short stories, The King in Yellow, was first released by F. Tennyson Neely in 1895. The title of the book is taken from a play of the same name, which appears throughout some of the stories as a motif. Three main devices serve as a loose connection between the first four stories: The King in Yellow is a play that was published as a book. The King in Yellow is a supernatural, Gothic being that is enigmatic and evil. a sinister icon known as the Yellow Sign These macabre tales have a similar focus on characters who are frequently artists or decadents who live in the demi-monde to the other tales in the collection. Throughout the remaining stories, the macabre character gradually disappears, and the final three are written in the romantic fiction style that is characteristic of Chambers' later work. Due to their Parisian settings and artistic protagonists, they are all connected to the stories that came before them.

There is a play... A play that brings dispair and madness to all who read it... The play of: The King in Yellow... This collection of stories, interwoven with the signs of the dark king. Every page, every word is marred with his cursed presence, binding together the lost souls in this book of poetry and prose. Each of them overshadowed by the The King in Yellow.