Horror

A Very Short Introduction

(Author) Darryl Jones
Format: Paperback
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Fear is one of the most primal emotions, and one of the hardest to reason with and dispel. So why do we scare ourselves? Delving into the darkest corners of horror literature, films, and plays, Darryl Jones explores its monsters and its psychological chills, discussing why horror stories disturb us, and how they reflect society's taboos.

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Publisher:
Oxford University Press
Format:
Paperback
Number of pages:
169
Language:
en
ISBN:
9780198755562
Publish year:
2021
Publish date:
June 24, 2021

Darryl Jones

Darryl Jones is a renowned literary critic and scholar known for his groundbreaking work in the field of horror fiction. His most famous work, "Horror: A Thematic History in Fiction and Film," explores the evolution and significance of horror literature. Jones' insightful analysis and engaging writing style have made him a leading voice in the study of horror fiction.

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