Horror: 100 Best Books

Ramsey Campbell,
Stephen Jones,
Kim Newman

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"Horror: 100 Best Books" is a comprehensive guide to horror literature, providing insights and reviews from various horror authors on classic and noteworthy horror books. takes readers on a journey through the history and evolution of horror, covering a wide range of books from early horror stories to more contemporary works. Each book in the list is chosen and reviewed by a different person, adding a unique and passionate perspective to the entries.

Writing/Prose:

The writing style is accessible and engaging, with a mix of humor and eloquence that caters to both horror enthusiasts and newcomers.

Plot/Storyline:

The plot presents a comprehensive survey of horror literature, spanning its history and significant works, structured chronologically with insightful essays.

Setting:

The setting encompasses the entire history of horror literature and film, highlighting its evolution over time.

Pacing:

The pacing allows for varied reading experiences, with concise entries complemented by more in-depth discussions.

Notes:

The book covers over 300 horror films, providing informative paragraphs for each.

It includes classic films like 'Nosferatu' and 'The Descent' as well as rare films like 'Haxan'.

Each decade from the 1930s onward has its own chapter with essays summarizing trends.

The guide is illustrated with stills from various horror films.

There's a focus on influential authors like H.P. Lovecraft and Stephen King.

The book contains essays by horror authors discussing their favorite works.

Reviews in the book range from erudite to dopey, showcasing varied opinions.

Some readers feel the book might miss important films, reflecting subjective tastes.

The book serves as a great starting point for horror literature enthusiasts.

The sequel, 'Horror: Another 100 Best Books', offers fresh perspectives from different contributors.

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Lists in chronological order the best horror novels and discusses the plot and background of each work

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Horror: 100 Best Books

Ramsey Campbell, Stephen Jones, Kim Newman