Dance of Death

One of the most famous non-fiction works by Stephen King, in which he acts not as a writer but as a critic, thoughtfully, subtly, and humorously analyzing the horror genre. Based on King's lecture series 'The Features of Supernatural Literature', this book will reveal much about the culture of horror in cinema, on radio, and, of course, in literature. Stephen King especially eloquently narrates the horror genre in film — and even includes a list of his favorite movies in the book. So, why do we enjoy scary stories so much? Which works of 20th-century American literature have influenced the development of the genre? And finally, which films make the Master tremble with fear?