| Author |
Poe, Edgar Allan, 1809-1849 |
| Translator |
Spandones, N. (Nikolaos), 1858-1913 |
| Title |
Ιστορίες αλλόκοτες
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| Alternate Title |
Weird Stories
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| Contents |
Το σύστημα του δόκτορος Γκουντρόν και του καθηγητού Πλουμ Σελ -- Το πηγάδι και το εκκρεμές -- Η συνάντησις -- Λίγεια -- Ο δαίμων της διαφθοράς -- Χοπ-Φρωγκ -- Η κατήγορος καρδία -- Ζωντανός στον τάφο.
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| Credits |
Produced by Sophia Canoni
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| Summary |
"Iστορίες αλλόκοτες" by Edgar Allan Poe is a collection of strange and eerie stories written in the early 19th century. The book delves into themes of madness, eccentricity, and the human psyche, often exploring the boundaries between sanity and insanity through captivating narratives and intriguing characters. The opening of "Iστορίες αλλόκοτες" introduces the narrator who embarks on a journey to an unusual mental institution run by a man named Mr. Magyár. Initially hesitant, the narrator decides to visit the facility with a newfound companion who is apprehensive about encountering the patients. Upon arrival, the narrator observes the peculiar structure of the asylum and its inhabitants, who seem to live under a unique system that emphasizes gentleness and a surprising lack of conventional restraints. This initial encounter sets the tone for a deep exploration of madness, revealing the enigmatic personality of a young woman in mourning, alongside discussions about the unconventional care methods employed at the institution. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
Greek |
| LoC Class |
PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
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| Subject |
Fiction
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| Subject |
Short stories
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| Subject |
Horror tales
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
37397 |
| Release Date |
Sep 11, 2011 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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