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Discover The Bloody Chamber and Other Stories by Angela Carter, a mesmerizing collection that redefines the fairy tale genre. This anthology invites you to plunge into an enchanting world where familiar tales are transformed into dark, sensual, and compelling narratives that are sure to captivate your imagination.
Within these pages, you'll find classic stories, such as:
However, these aren't the fairy tales you remember. Carter infuses each story with elements of horror and fantasy, introducing vampires and werewolves that challenge the traditional narratives. This fresh reinterpretation serves as both a celebration and a critique of the original tales, making it essential reading for enthusiasts of literature and feminism alike.
Praised by literary luminaries such as Ian McEwan, who lauded the "magnificent set pieces of fastidious sensuality," and Margaret Atwood, who describes Carter as a "quirky, original, and baroque stylist," this collection stands as a testament to the author’s extraordinary talent.
Each narrative in The Bloody Chamber and Other Stories captures the reader's imagination, making it impossible to resist turning the page. This edition also features an insightful introduction by award-winning author Helen Simpson, offering readers a deeper understanding of Carter’s craft and the profound influence of her work. Immerse yourself in an experience waiting to be explored.
ISBN: | 9780099588115 |
Author: | Angela Carter |
Format: | Paperback / softback |
Imprint: | Vintage Classics |
Publisher: | Vintage Publishing |
Dimensions: | 192 x 122 x 12 mm |
Publication Date: | 13 July, 1995 |
Pagination: | 176 pages |
Weight: | 130g |
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Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.
This is a shop where you might find something you haven’t seen before, and we like to think we’ve got something for everyone. We choose each of our books with care and for a reason. This is because our physical store is small but beautifully formed, holding only around 1200 titles at any one time. We try and recreate the feel of the shop wherever we are online, to reflect our niche categories and personality.
We have an active social media presence and aim to share our story with all our friends. The long-term goal is to build a hub for the books and writers we believe in. Who knows where our adventure will lead but by supporting Sherlock & Pages you’re helping us to add a further layer of magic to our little corner of the world. If you haven’t visited our physical store, one day you might just make a literary pilgrimage down to Somerset.
Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’