Stories with Bite - The Vampire Stories of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle

<p><strong>From the legendary mind of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle the celebrated creator of Sherlock Holmes comes a riveting collection that explores the dark obsessive side of the human (and inhuman) psyche. <em>Stories with Bite</em> gathers chilling tales of lust loathing and the supernatural showcasing Doyle's mastery beyond the realm of detective fiction.</strong></p><p>Containing the following Vampire tales:</p><ul><li><p><em>The Parasite: </em>A classic tale of psychic vampirism where a young scientist falls under the spell of a strange woman with the terrifying power to control minds and drain the willpower of others.</p></li><li><p><em>The American's Tale:</em> A story set in the American frontier where a gruesome secret and macabre tradition hints at blood-drinking practices.</p></li><li><p><em>The Ring of Thoth:</em> A blend of Egyptian mysticism and dark fantasy involving an ancient priest who achieves unnaturally prolonged life through arcane ritual.</p></li><li><p><em>The Captain of the Pole-star: </em>A chilling atmospheric story of an Arctic voyage descending into madness and the supernatural terror of the desolate North.</p></li><li><p><em>John Barrington Cowles and The Winning Shot: </em>Tales that delve into the psychological and physical extremes of obsession often bordering on the grotesque or the occult.</p></li></ul><p><em>Stories with Bite </em>is highly recommended for lovers of Gothic literature and is not to be missed by fans of vampire stories in particular offering a unique glimpse into the versatile genius of Arthur Conan Doyle.</p>