The Sandman: Annotated Edition - Also includes an extract from the 'Uncanny' by

Description: The Sandman by E.T.A. Hoffmann, Christopher Moncrieff First published in 1816, this classic of German Gothic fiction has enthralled generations ever since, and has spawned countless interpretations by critics intrigued by its powerful symbolism. Sigmund Freud famously examined the novella in relation to his concept of the "Uncanny", and an extract from this analysis is included in this volume. FORMAT Paperback CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Nathanael remains haunted by his childhood fear that the lawyer Coppelius, a strange night-time visitor who used to come to his house to conduct alchemical experiments with his father – the latter dying as a consequence of one of these sessions – was none other than the Sandman, a mythical figure who was said to steal the eyes of children who refused to go to sleep. When a mysterious Italian salesman comes to town, Nathanaels suspicions are reawakened, pushing him to the brink of madness as extraordinary events unfold.First published in 1816, this classic of German Gothic fiction has enthralled generations ever since, and has spawned countless interpretations by critics intrigued by its powerful symbolism. Sigmund Freud famously examined the novella in relation to his concept of the "Uncanny", and an extract from this analysis is included in this volume. Author Biography E.T.A. Hoffmann (1776–1822) was a composer, caricaturist, critic and author. His works, often bizarre and grotesque, were hugely influential on writers such as Dostoevsky, Kafka and Poe. Table of Contents This edition contains a note on the text, notes and an extract from Sigmund Freuds The Uncanny Review E.T.A. Hoffmann belongs to the eternal guild of poets and visionaries who take revenge on the life that is tormenting them by showing it examples of forms more colourful and diverse than reality can manage to convey. - Stefan Zweig Promotional Part of Alma Classics 101 Pages series, The Sandman is a classic of German Gothic fiction which has enthralled generations ever since, and has spawned countless interpretations by critics intrigued by its powerful symbolism. Promotional "Headline" Part of Alma Classics 101 Pages series, The Sandman is a classic of German Gothic fiction which has enthralled generations ever since, and has spawned countless interpretations by critics intrigued by its powerful symbolism. Feature Part of Almas 101 Pages series, The Sandman is a classic of German Gothic fiction Details ISBN1847498752 Author Christopher Moncrieff Publisher Alma Books Ltd Series Alma Classics 101 Pages Year 2021 Translator Christopher Moncrieff ISBN-10 1847498752 ISBN-13 9781847498755 Format Paperback Imprint Alma Classics Place of Publication Richmond Country of Publication United Kingdom Translated from German NZ Release Date 2021-11-05 Publication Date 2021-11-05 UK Release Date 2021-11-05 Subtitle Annotated Edition – Also includes an extract from the Uncanny by Sigmund Freud (Alma Classics 101 Pages) DEWEY 833.6 Audience General AU Release Date 2022-01-04 Pages 112 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:133884057;

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