The Slayer of Souls
2019. máj. · Otbebookpublishing
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Synopsis: Tressa Norne is no normal American girl. Raised in the Far East by the deadly Yezidee-Mongols, she one of their temple priestesses—and she's been trained to kill. Unwilling to do the cult's bidding any longer, Tressa escapes to her homeland, trailed by a Yezidee Prince and memories of her former life. Back on American soil and aided by dashing Secret Service Agent Victor Cleeves, Tressa is the only one with the power to stem the tide of evil rising from China's shores.
Synopsis: Tressa Norne is no normal American girl. Raised in the Far East by the deadly Yezidee-Mongols, she one of their temple priestesses—and she's been trained to kill. Unwilling to do the cult's bidding any longer, Tressa escapes to her homeland, trailed by a Yezidee Prince and memories of h...
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Robert W. Chambers (1865-1933) was an American author whose prolific career spanned various genres, from weird fiction and romance to historical novels. Born in Brooklyn, New York, Chambers initially studied art at the Art Students League and in Paris, where he mingled with notable artists like Charles Dana Gibson. His early artistic training profoundly influenced his descriptive style and visual storytelling.Chambers burst into literary prominence with his collection "The King in Yellow" (1895), a series of interconnected stories that blend horror, fantasy, and science fiction. This work, particularly the eponymous play within the stories, has been credited with influencing later writers such as H.P. Lovecraft and even contemporary creators like those behind the TV series "True Detective." The eerie, decadent atmosphere and themes of madness and forbidden knowledge in "The King in Yellow" left an indelible mark on the weird fiction genre.Despite his early success in horror, Chambers shifted to writing historical romances and adventure novels, which were commercially successful but often critically panned for their melodramatic and formulaic nature. This pivot led to some controversy, as literary critics lamented his departure from the innovative and unsettling narratives that had initially garnered him acclaim.Chambers' work reflects the anxieties and fascinations of the fin-de-siècle period, grappling with themes of decadence, the supernatural, and the unknown. His ability to weave compelling narratives across diverse genres ensures his lasting legacy in American literature. Today, Robert W. Chambers is remembered as a pioneer of weird fiction and a versatile storyteller whose influence continues to resonate.
Robert W. Chambers (1865-1933) was an American author whose prolific career spanned various genres, from weird fiction and romance to historical novels. Born in Brooklyn, New York, Chambers initially studied art at the Art Students League and in Paris, where he mingled with notable artists like C...
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