Matthew Phipps Shiel, born Matthew Phipps Shiell, was a British writer active during the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. He is remembered chiefly for his contributions to the genres of supernatural horror and scientific romances. Over the course of his career, Shiel published his literary works in various formats, including serials, novels, and short stories.
His most famous and enduring work is the novel The Purple Cloud, which was originally published in 1901 and later revised in 1929. The book remains his most frequently reprinted novel, securing his legacy as a notable figure in early speculative and horror fiction.
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