Jettatura by Theophile Gautier

Name: Jettatura
Author: Theophile Gautier

Jettatura is a collection of stories by French author Théophile Gautier, first published in 1845. The stories explore the mysterious and supernatural, often involving the occult and the macabre. The collection includes stories such as "The Phantom Ship", in which a ghostly vessel appears in the night, and "The Vampire", in which a young woman is cursed by a vampire. Other stories explore the power of superstition, such as "The Evil Eye", in which a man is cursed by a jettatura, or evil eye. The stories are set in various locations, from the French countryside to the exotic lands of the East. Gautier's writing is vivid and atmospheric, creating a sense of dread and mystery. Jettatura is a classic of French literature, and a must-read for fans of the supernatural and the macabre.

By Theophile Gautier · First published 1872 · Genre: Romanticism, Fantasy, Horror · 14 chapters · 32,348 words

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The "Leopold," a splendid Tuscan steamer plying between Marseilles and Naples, had just doubled Procida Point. The passengers, cured of their sea-sickness by the sight of land, most efficacious of all remedies, were all out on deck. On the part reserved for the first-class passengers, stood a number of Englishmen endeavoring to get away as far as possible from each other and to trace around themselves a circle none might venture to enter. Their splenetic faces were carefully shaven, their cravats had not a wrinkle, their shirt collars, white and stiff, looked like triangles of Bristol board, their hands were protected by brand-new Suede gloves, and their new boots shone with Lord Elliot's blacking. They looked as if they had just emerged from one of the compartments of their dressing-cases, for in their correct get-up there were visible none of the little disorders of dress which are the usual consequences of travel.

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Work type: Novel
Author: Theophile Gautier
Date: 1872 CE
Language: English
Genres: Romanticism, Fantasy, Horror, Mystery
Length: 32,348 words
Structure: 14 chapters, 1,053 paragraphs
Reading fit: Difficult (College Level)

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Romanticism — Theophile Gautier's writing style is heavily influenced by the Romanticism movement, which is characterized by its focus on emotion, imagination, and individualism.
Fantasy — The book 'Jettatura' contains elements of fantasy, such as the supernatural and magical elements that are present throughout the story.
Horror — The book 'Jettatura' contains elements of horror, such as the dark and mysterious atmosphere that is present throughout the story.
Mystery — The book 'Jettatura' contains elements of mystery, such as the unsolved mysteries and secrets that are present throughout the story.