The Golem

Description

"The Golem" is a novel written by the Austrian author Gustav Meyrink. It was first published in 1915 and is considered a classic of early 20th-century horror and supernatural fiction.
The novel is set in the Jewish ghetto of Prague and is heavily influenced by the legend of the golem, a creature brought to life through mystical means. The story follows the character of Athanasius Pernath, an alchemist and antiquarian who becomes embroiled in the mysteries of the ghetto, including the enigmatic Rabbi Löw and the legend of the golem. The novel weaves elements of mysticism, the occult, and the supernatural into a dark and atmospheric narrative.
Gustav Meyrink was known for his interest in the esoteric and the mystical, and "The Golem" reflects his fascination with these themes. The novel has had a lasting impact on the horror and supernatural fiction genres and is celebrated for its eerie and atmospheric storytelling. It continues to be a significant work in the realm of early 20th-century horror literature.

Détails

Auteur: Gustav Meyrink

Editeur: Culturea

Format: Broché

Presentation: Broché

Date de parution: 06 Novembre 2023

Nombre de pages: 184

Dimensions: 14,8 x 21 x 1

Prix publique: 14,00 €

Information complémentaires

Classification: Littérature générale > Romans

Code Classification: 3435 > 3442

EAN-13: 9791041824557