The New Uncanny: Tales of Unease - Softcover

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1905583184 ISBN 13: 9781905583188

Publisher: Comma Press, 2009

Synopsis

Performing a deft metaphorical evisceration of Sigmund Freud’s classic 1919 essay that delved deeply into the tradition of horror writing, this freshly contemporary collection of literary interpretations reintroduces to the world Freud’s compelling theory of das unheimliche—or, the uncanny. Specifically designed to challenge the creative boundaries of some of the most famed and respected horror writers working today—such as A. S. Byatt, Christopher Priest, Hanif Kureishi, Frank Cottrell Boyce, Matthew Holness, and the indomitable Ramsey Campbell—this anatomically precise experiment encapsulates what the uncanny represents in the 21st century. Masterfully narrated with the benefit of unique perspectives on what exactly it is that goes bump in the night, this chilling modern collective is not only an essential read for fans of horror but also an insightful and intriguing introduction to the greats of the genre at their gruesome best.

About this title

About the Author:

Sarah Eyre is an editor and a consulting editor for Comma Press. Ra Page edited The City Life Book of Manchester Short Stories and founded and edited Manchester Stories magazine. He is the deputy editor of City Life and a director of the Manchester Poetry Festival.

Review:

“Delightful and disturbing.”  —Independent on Sunday

“A bold idea.”  —Guardian

“A wonderful collection.”  —BBC Radio

About this edition

• Publisher: Comma Press
• Publication date: 2009
• ISBN 10: 1905583184
• ISBN 13: 9781905583188
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 226
• Editor: Eyre Sarah, Page Ra