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This title is printed to order. This book may have been self-published. If so, we cannot guarantee the quality of the content. In the main most books will have gone through the editing process however some may not. We therefore suggest that you be aware of this before ordering this book. If in doubt check either the author or publisher’s details as we are unable to accept any returns unless they are faulty. Please contact us if you have any questions.
Have you ever wondered why some boundaries should never be crossed-especially between life and death?
In The Facts in the Case of M. Valdemar, Edgar Allan Poe ventures deep into the realms of mesmerism, science, and mortality. A chilling experiment unfolds as a mesmerist, obsessed with unlocking the secrets of death, hypnotizes a man-M. Valdemar-at the very moment he is dying. What follows is a grotesque and unforgettable descent into horror, as Valdemar's body becomes trapped between life and death, lingering in a ghastly limbo.
This modern translation revitalizes Poe's haunting narrative for today's readers, maintaining all the atmospheric dread and scientific curiosity that made it revolutionary in its time. Blurring the line between scientific experimentation and supernatural horror, the story leaves a lasting imprint on anyone who dares to question the finality of death.
What You'll Discover in This Modern Translation:
The Horrifying Power of Mesmerism Explore Poe's fictional take on hypnotism, pushing the boundaries of scientific ethics and human fear. A Chilling Experiment in Immortality Witness a man suspended on the brink of death-not alive, not dead, but something unspeakably in-between. Psychological Horror at Its Finest Experience the internal conflict of the narrator and the dread that mounts as the consequences of playing god are revealed. A Gothic Classic Reimagined This modern translation makes Poe's original prose accessible while preserving its unnerving brilliance and eerie intensity. A Groundbreaking Work of Early Science Fiction Discover how Poe foreshadowed themes that would echo through modern horror and sci-fi for generations.
Perfect for fans of psychological horror, classic gothic literature, and medical thrillers, The Facts in the Case of M. Valdemar is a terrifying exploration of humanity's deepest fears and the relentless pursuit of forbidden knowledge.
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This title is printed to order. This book may have been self-published. If so, we cannot guarantee the quality of the content. In the main most books will have gone through the editing process however some may not. We therefore suggest that you be aware of this before ordering this book. If in doubt check either the author or publisher’s details as we are unable to accept any returns unless they are faulty. Please contact us if you have any questions.
Have you ever wondered why some boundaries should never be crossed-especially between life and death?
In The Facts in the Case of M. Valdemar, Edgar Allan Poe ventures deep into the realms of mesmerism, science, and mortality. A chilling experiment unfolds as a mesmerist, obsessed with unlocking the secrets of death, hypnotizes a man-M. Valdemar-at the very moment he is dying. What follows is a grotesque and unforgettable descent into horror, as Valdemar's body becomes trapped between life and death, lingering in a ghastly limbo.
This modern translation revitalizes Poe's haunting narrative for today's readers, maintaining all the atmospheric dread and scientific curiosity that made it revolutionary in its time. Blurring the line between scientific experimentation and supernatural horror, the story leaves a lasting imprint on anyone who dares to question the finality of death.
What You'll Discover in This Modern Translation:
The Horrifying Power of Mesmerism Explore Poe's fictional take on hypnotism, pushing the boundaries of scientific ethics and human fear. A Chilling Experiment in Immortality Witness a man suspended on the brink of death-not alive, not dead, but something unspeakably in-between. Psychological Horror at Its Finest Experience the internal conflict of the narrator and the dread that mounts as the consequences of playing god are revealed. A Gothic Classic Reimagined This modern translation makes Poe's original prose accessible while preserving its unnerving brilliance and eerie intensity. A Groundbreaking Work of Early Science Fiction Discover how Poe foreshadowed themes that would echo through modern horror and sci-fi for generations.
Perfect for fans of psychological horror, classic gothic literature, and medical thrillers, The Facts in the Case of M. Valdemar is a terrifying exploration of humanity's deepest fears and the relentless pursuit of forbidden knowledge.