Descriptions Penny Dreadful Multipack Volume 5: The True Crime Edition (Penny Dreadful Multipacks) PDF
Fans of Victorian pulp literature are in for a treat with Volume 5 of Penny Dreadful Multipacks. The theme is True Crime with excerpts from the widely read Newgate Calendar, a rogue's gallery of London criminals; an anonymous novella exploring the Spring Heeled Jack phenomenon; Carmilla by Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu, one of the first ever vampire stories and a major influence on Bram Stoker's "Dracula"; two Jack Harkaway adventures; a memoir of Le Fanu and THE HOOLIGAN NIGHTS, a riveting look at the world of crime in London's East End. Included in this anthology: Spring-Heeled Jack - The Terror of London There are many theories about the nature and identity of Spring-heeled Jack. This urban legend was very popular in the mid-1900s due to the tales of Jack's bizarre bat-like appearance and ability to make extraordinary leaps, to the point that he became the topic of several works of fiction. Spring-heeled Jack was described by people who claimed to have seen him as having a terrifying and frightful appearance, with diabolical physiognomy, clawed hands, and eyes that "resembled red balls of fire." One report claimed that, beneath a black cloak, the bat-man wore a helmet and a tight-fitting white garment like an oilskin. Many stories also mention a Devil-like aspect. Others said he was tall and thin, with the appearance of a gentleman. He could breathe out blue and white flames and wore sharp metallic claws at his fingertips. The Hooligan Nights by Clarence Rook "Being the Life and Opinions of a Young and Unrepentant Criminal" A remarkable document that blends fiction and True Crime. The book is told through a series of interviews with its teenage protagonist, the charismatic 'Alf' - we learn about his upbringing, his criminal exploits, including burglary, pickpocketing, passing counterfeit money and bare-knuckle fights. Alf is a magnificent character, full of spirit and charm, but capable of evoking our pity. Each interview leaves the reader wanting to know more, Good Books To Read 2016 .
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