Books matching: incomplete collection
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'Hardy: Poems' by Thomas Hardy, edited by Peter Washington, is a collection of poems that some readers feel is incomplete and lacks some of Hardy's most well-known and admired works. The opinions suggest that Thomas Hardy, known for his controversial novels like Tess of the d'Urbervilles and Jude the Obscure, preferred to call himself a poet in his lifetime. is described as containing moderately short poems that resonate with the same tragic sense of life found in Hardy's novels, focusing on themes of societal views on women, historical projects, and landscape descriptions.
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'Even Greater Mistakes' by Charlie Jane Anders is a collection of short stories that evokes mixed feelings among readers. Some readers appreciate the imaginative worldbuilding, humor, and hope portrayed in the stories, while others feel that the personal angst of the author overshadows the pathos and humor that used to distinguish her works. The stories cover a wide range of topics and tones, including themes of love, strangeness, body horror, domestic abuse, and transphobia, offering a mix of political and fantastical narratives.
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'Nameless Cults' by Robert E. Howard is a collection of short stories showcasing the best of Howard's style. The book features tales of rugged sluggers facing cosmic horrors, blending Lovecraft's Mythos with Howard's brand of barbarian triumph. The stories range from rousing adventure tales with a supernatural flair to darker, Lovecraftian-style fiction. The collection includes classic tales like 'The Black Stone,' 'The Fire of Asshurbanipal,' and 'The Worms of the Earth,' providing a mix of thrilling narratives that touch on Mythos or Lovecraftian themes.
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'The Horror in the Museum' by H.P. Lovecraft and Hazel Heald is a collection of chilling and terrifying tales that showcase Lovecraft at his best. The book contains a mix of Lovecraftian stories and revisions of other authors' works, with some stories being considered timeless classics that evoke feelings of creepiness and shock. The writing style varies from dream-like prose poems to narratives that fit comfortably into the Cthulhu Mythos, creating a blend of horror and mystery that keeps readers on the edge of their seats.
It was languid curiosity which first brought Stephen Jones to Rogers’ Museum. Someone had told him about the queer underground place in Southwark Street across the river, where waxen things so much mo... - #5
The opinions on 'The Complete Father Brown Stories' by G.K. Chesterton suggest that the book is a collection of mystery stories featuring the intriguing character of Father Brown. The stories are described as well-written, imaginative, and complex, with a unique writing style that combines depth of setting with abrupt endings. Despite some readers finding the collection to be incomplete and not meeting their expectations, the book is praised for its interesting and delightful nature, showcasing Chesterton's Catholic faith through the character of Father Brown. The social and racial beliefs portrayed in the stories reflect the time period in which they were written, adding an instructive element to the reading experience.
Eric Hoffer's 'The True Believer: Thoughts on the Nature of Mass Movements' delves into the psychology behind mass movements, exploring the reasons why individuals are attracted to such movements and become fanatics. Hoffer pays particular attention to fascist, communist, and religious fundamentalist movements, emphasizing the role of hatred as a unifying agent. The book offers insights into how mass movements form and spread, drawing parallels between historical events and contemporary social conditions. Hoffer's writing style is described as pithy and philosophical, with a focus on the frustrated individual seeking purpose through assimilation into a collective whole.
It is a truism that many who join a rising revolutionary movement are attracted by the prospect of sudden and spectacular change in their conditions of life. A revolutionary movement is a conspicuous ...