A History of Horror, Fear, and the Uncanny: Esoteric Histories Sprayed Edge Edition by D.K. Publishing (Hardback)

A History of Horror, Fear, and the Uncanny: Esoteric Histories Sprayed Edge Edition by D.K. Publishing (Hardback)

Esoteric Histories

This special edition features stunning sprayed edges and explores the global history of horror, from ancient myths to modern film. With over 350 images, it covers folklore, Gothic literature, and iconic creators like Edgar Allan Poe and Stephen King, offering a visual and engaging look at how fear has shaped stories across cultures...read the full blurb.

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ISBN:
9780241777442
Pages:
320
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Weight 1397 g
Dimensions 220 × 26 × 261 mm
Author

D.K. Publishing

Book Series

Esoteric Histories

Condition

New

Format

Hardback

Genre

Folklore, Ghost, History, Horror, Myth and Legend, Non-fiction

Publication Year

2026

Publisher

Dorling Kindersley Ltd

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Blurb:

A richly illustrated journey into fear and the unknown, this edition features stunning sprayed edges and explores the history of horror across cultures and centuries.

A History of Horror, Fear, and the Uncanny from DK traces how humanity has understood terror, from ancient beliefs to modern storytelling.

Covering everything from early death rituals and visions of the underworld to contemporary horror in film and literature, this volume maps the evolution of fear in striking detail.

Packed with more than 350 full-colour images, it brings to life infamous creatures, unsettling folklore, and defining works of the genre. Readers will encounter figures such as Medusa, Baba Yaga, and the Golem, alongside discussions of Gothic literature and modern horror cinema.

The book also highlights key creators who shaped the genre, including Edgar Allan Poe, Bram Stoker, and Stephen King, connecting their work to wider cultural fears.

From medieval superstition to psychological horror, it reveals how fear has been shaped by society, belief, and imagination.

Presented in a striking format with sprayed edges, this edition is designed as both a reference and a display piece.