Carmilla

Bibliographic Details

• Title: Carmilla
• Author: Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu
• ISBN-13: 9789365615586
• Pages: 112
• Edition: First Edition (2026)
• Binding: Paperback
• Genre: Fiction > Classics > Gothic Horror > Vampire Literature
• Recommended Age Group: 16+ years
• Reading Difficulty: Moderate
• Estimated Reading Time to Finish: 3–4 hours
• Price: ₹199/-

Description

Carmilla by Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu is one of the foundational works of Gothic vampire fiction, predating and influencing many later classics of supernatural literature. Set against an atmosphere of isolation, mystery, and quiet dread, the novella unfolds with a haunting elegance that blends psychological tension with dark romantic undertones. At the heart of the story is the strange and captivating Carmilla, whose presence brings fascination, intimacy, and an unsettling sense of danger. Through refined prose and carefully sustained suspense, Le Fanu crafts a narrative that is both eerie and emotionally layered, exploring themes of desire, identity, fear, and the uncanny.

This edition offers readers the chance to revisit a landmark text that remains strikingly modern in mood and implication. The novella’s subtle horror does not rely on shock alone; instead, it builds through suggestion, atmosphere, and an ever-deepening feeling of unease. Readers drawn to haunted settings, Gothic sensibilities, and the origins of vampire mythology will find Carmilla both historically significant and deeply absorbing. Its compact form makes it especially appealing to students, collectors, and general readers seeking a classic that is accessible yet richly textured.

Elegant, sinister, and enduring, Carmilla continues to captivate audiences with its fusion of beauty and menace. It is an essential read for admirers of classic horror, Gothic fiction, and literary works that helped define the supernatural imagination in English literature.

Key Features

• A landmark Gothic novella that shaped modern vampire fiction.
• Written by Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu, a master of atmospheric horror.
• Explores themes of fear, desire, identity, and the supernatural.
• Ideal for readers of classic horror and dark literary fiction.
• Compact and engaging read with lasting emotional and artistic impact.
• Richly Gothic setting filled with suspense, mystery, and unease.
• A valuable addition for students, collectors, and literature enthusiasts.
• Perfect for readers interested in pre-Dracula vampire narratives.
• Features elegant prose with haunting psychological depth.
• A timeless classic that remains relevant in horror studies and genre reading.

Manufacturer Details

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• Typeset at: DTP Team, Aedha Imprints, Delhi
• Year: 2026