The Accursed LP

The Accursed LP by Joyce Carol Oates is a large print edition published by HarperCollins on March 5, 2013, featuring 1,056 pages in English. Set in Princeton, New Jersey, at the turn of the twentieth century, this work explores a haunting narrative where vampires and ghosts infiltrate the dreams of the innocent. A powerful curse afflicts the elite families of Princeton, leading to the mysterious disappearance of their daughters, while a lush and terrifying underworld emerges in the nearby Pine Barrens.
Readers will find a blend of historical and supernatural elements as Oates delves into the psychological dimensions of her characters. The narrative presents a unique exploration of the intersection between societal elite and the eerie forces that disrupt their lives. This edition invites readers to engage with the chilling atmosphere and intricate storytelling that Oates is known for, making it a significant addition to her body of work in literary fiction.
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Princeton, New Jersey, at the turn of the twentieth century. Vampires and ghosts haunt the dreams of the innocent. A powerful curse besets the elite families of Princeton—their daughters begin disappearing. And in the Pine Barrens that border the town, a lush and terrifying underworld opens up.
An utterly fresh work from Oates, The Accursed marks new territory for the masterful writer—narrated with her unmistakable psychological insight, it combines beautifully transporting historical detail with chilling supernatural elements to stunning effect.
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