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The Horror!: A Journey Through Literary Fear and Psychology

Presented Dr. Bill Thierfelder
2026-10-15 14:00:00 2026-10-15 15:00:00 America/New_York The Horror!: A Journey Through Literary Fear and Psychology Thursday, October 15 at 2:00 PM Bethpage Library - Virtual - Adults

Thursday, October 15
2:00pm - 3:00pm

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Bethpage Library

Virtual - Adults

Thursday, October 15 at 2:00 PM

Explore our enduring obsession with the dark and macabre. This presentation examines the psychology of the horror literary genre through a brief overview of 14 classic tales, spanning from Frankenstein and Jane Eyre to Beloved and I Am Legend. Featuring notable honorable mentions like The Exorcist, this program is perfect for book lovers and horror fans alike. Come discover why these stories continue to thrill and terrify us.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Lectures | Adult Programs |

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