Count Eric Stenbock's "Studies of Death" features seven feverish and morbid short stories, embodying the essence of English decadence from the Yellow Nineties. This disquieting collection, previously out of print, is now available in paperback for the first time.
This collection features a variety of poetic forms, including poems, songs, and sonnets, showcasing the literary style of the late 19th century. The reprint preserves the original text from 1883, offering readers a glimpse into the themes and sentiments of that era. The work reflects the artistic expressions and cultural nuances of its time, making it a valuable addition for poetry enthusiasts and historians alike.
»Vampire treffen gewöhnlich zur Nacht ein – in Kutschen, gezogen von zwei schwarzen Pferden. Unser Vampir kam mit dem alltäglichen Verkehrsmittel der Eisenbahn, und zwar am Nachmittag.« Eric Graf Stenbock, Die wahre Geschichte von einem Vampir