Ray Bradbury - The Devil's Wine

"The Devil's Wine": A Toast to Dark Verse

"Poetry is the devil's wine," so proclaimed St. Augustine, and in "The Devil's Wine," edited by Tom Piccirilli, a collection of chillingly beautiful poems, this sentiment is explored in all its haunting glory. This anthology brings together a unique and diverse group of writers, each a master of the macabre, offering their unique perspective on the human condition through the potent medium of poetry. Within these pages, you'll find contributions from literary giants like Stephen King, Ray Bradbury, and Peter Straub, alongside emerging talents like Jack Ketchum, Charles De Lint, and Joe Haldeman. The poems delve into themes of fear, loss, isolation, and the ever-present darkness that lurks within our souls. Some are haunting and melancholic, others are raw and visceral, but all are united by their exploration of the human condition in its most primal and vulnerable forms. "The Devil's Wine" is a treasure trove of rare and previously unpublished work. For instance, Stephen King's contributions, originally published in obscure college publications, are now highly sought-after collectors' items. This anthology marks the first time these poems have been reprinted in over 30 years. The collection offers a fascinating glimpse into the creative process of these talented writers. Their poetry reveals a depth and nuance that goes beyond the chilling tales they are known for. "The Devil's Wine" is not just a collection of poems, it's a glimpse into the minds of those who write about the darkest corners of the human experience. As Jay Bonansinga aptly puts it, "The Devil's Wine" is "a unique compendium of thriller writers moonlighting in the world of dark verse." The anthology stands as a testament to the power of poetry to explore the darkest depths of the human psyche. Ray Bradbury, the acclaimed science fiction and fantasy author, brings his unique perspective to "The Devil's Wine" with poems that explore the boundaries between reality and fantasy, and the ever-present potential for wonder and awe within the everyday.

Wydawnictwo	Cemetery Dance
data wydania	2004 (data przybliżona)
ISBN	9781587670701
liczba stron	352
kategoria	poezja
język	angielski