The October Country
The October Country
Fiction | Anthology/Varied Collection | Adult | Published in 1999
Book Brief
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Anthology/Varied Collection • Fiction
1999
Adult
18+ years
780L
Super Short Summary
The October Country is a collection of 19 short stories by Ray Bradbury that explores the eerie and the macabre. People experience unsettling encounters and introspections as they navigate surreal and haunting environments. Stories like "The Emissary" and "The Jar" delve into themes of mortality, fear, and the unknown, reflecting Bradbury's distinctive blend of suspense and dark fantasy.
Mysterious
Dark
Melancholic
Unnerving
Bittersweet
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Ray Bradbury's The October Country is praised for its imaginative storytelling and atmospheric prose, capturing the eerie essence of autumn. Readers appreciate the vivid characters and haunting themes, although some find the stories uneven in quality. Bradbury's talent for blending horror with human emotion stands out, making it a quintessential read for speculative fiction fans.
Who Should Read The October Country?
A reader who enjoys The October Country by Ray Bradbury likely appreciates dark, atmospheric tales with a touch of the macabre. Fans of Frankenstein or Dracula may find delight in Bradbury's blend of horror and poetic prose, capturing eerie, introspective narratives that echo the unsettling allure of Shirley Jackson's The Lottery.
21,877 ratings
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Mixed feelings
Not a fan
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Anthology/Varied Collection • Fiction
1999
Adult
18+ years
780L
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