Lemuria Book 1

Name: Lemuria Book 1
Price: 29.78 USD
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ISBN: 9781312134539

✍️ Joe Bandel

Reader Score

4.5

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📚 WHAT THE BOOK IS ABOUT

A first-time English translation of Karl Hans Strobl's twelve dark fantasy tales.

This volume compiles twelve short stories by German author Karl Hans Strobl, translated into English by Joe Bandel. The collection features diverse narratives including The Mermaid, At a Crossroads, and The Witch Finder. It also contains My Adventure With Jonas Barg and The Manuscript of Juan Serrano. The work explores gothic themes through tales like The Tomb at Pere La Chaise and The Bogomil Stone. Bandel’s translation makes these previously unavailable stories accessible to American readers for the first time. The book offers a glimpse into early dark fantasy traditions without modern interpretations.

Key Themes

dark fantasy supernatural encounters gothic horror

Literary Context

This 2014 publication by Lulu.com brings Karl Hans Strobl’s German dark fantasy to an English-speaking audience. It represents a significant moment for American readers accessing these specific tales of the supernatural and gothic fiction for the first time.

Difficulty

●●● Challenging

Recommended For Fans Of

Karl Edward Wagner · Clark Ashton Smith · Arthur Machen · E.F. Benson

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Dark Fantasy

🏛 Lulu.com 📅 2014 🌐 English 📔 Paperback ISBN: 9781312134539

📝 Description: Lemuria Book 1

Joe Bandel presents a fresh English translation of Karl Hans Strobl’s dark fantasy collection in Lemuria Book 1. This volume gathers twelve distinct tales that explore the boundaries between the natural world and supernatural forces. The stories draw upon gothic traditions and historical periods, offering readers a varied selection of eerie narratives. Bandel, who qualifies as the translator for this first-time English release, organizes the work to showcase Strobl’s range across different genres of horror. The book includes titles such as The Mermaid, which likely touches on aquatic folklore, and The Witch Finder, suggesting themes of historical persecution. Readers will also find My Adventure With Jonas Barg and The Manuscript of Juan Serrano, indicating a mix of personal narrative and discovered text formats. Other stories like The Tomb at Pere La Chaise and The Bogomil Stone point to settings involving burial sites and ancient artifacts. The collection concludes with Master Jericho, rounding out the assortment of supernatural encounters. This edition suits fans of classic dark fantasy and those interested in early twentieth-century European horror literature. It may not appeal to readers seeking modern psychological thrillers or fast-paced action. The content relies on atmospheric dread and strange occurrences rather than contemporary plot structures. Each story stands alone, allowing for a fragmented reading experience that mirrors the disjointed nature of many supernatural encounters found within these pages.

💎 Our verdict on Lemuria Book 1

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Horror Reads editorial team

Horror desk

Joe Bandel’s translation successfully brings Karl Hans Strobl’s twelve dark fantasy tales to an English-speaking audience for the first time. The volume excels in showcasing the author's range across gothic and supernatural genres, utilizing varied narrative structures from personal accounts to historical artifacts. While it may not suit readers desiring modern psychological depth or rapid plot progression, it stands as a significant contribution to classic horror studies. The stories evoke a sense of eerie mystery through settings like ancient tombs and burial sites. This collection is essential for those who value atmospheric storytelling and the exploration of early twentieth-century European literary traditions in the dark fantasy space.

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Why this book is worth reading

Readers seeking authentic, unadulterated dark fantasy will find value in this first-time English translation of Karl Hans Strobl’s work. The book appeals to those who appreciate the subtle boundaries between natural and supernatural forces without modern interpretation or pacing constraints. Fans of gothic traditions and historical horror narratives will enjoy the diverse formats, ranging from personal adventures to discovered manuscripts. It serves as a vital resource for scholars and enthusiasts interested in early European horror literature that predates contemporary psychological thriller styles. The collection offers a unique glimpse into the genre’s roots, providing atmospheric dread rather than fast-paced action.

⭐ Reader reviews

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Reader rating

4.5

Based on 1 reviews

Horror Reads editorial team

Joe Bandel’s translation successfully brings Karl Hans Strobl’s twelve dark fantasy tales to an English-speaking audience for the first time. The volume excels in showcasing the author's range across gothic and supernatural genres, utilizing varied narrative structures from personal accounts to historical artifacts. While it may not suit readers desiring modern psychological depth or rapid plot progression, it stands as a significant contribution to classic horror studies. The stories evoke a sense of eerie mystery through settings like ancient tombs and burial sites. This collection is essential for those who value atmospheric storytelling and the exploration of early twentieth-century European literary traditions in the dark fantasy space.