It could be for those interested in fictional stories set in unique cultural settings. Maybe people who like stories about Venice or gondoliers in general.
Since I haven't read 'The Black Gondolier and Other Stories' in detail, I can't name the exact stories. However, it could potentially have stories about the life and experiences of the black gondolier, as well as other characters in the Venetian - like setting. Maybe there are stories of mystery, love or tragedy that unfold on the canals and in the city.
One horror story involved a store that promised a certain percentage off all purchases. But when customers got to the register, they realized that the discounts were not being applied correctly. The store staff was unprepared for the volume of customers and the complexity of the deals. There were long lines of angry shoppers who had been misled by the advertising. Some customers ended up leaving without their purchases because they couldn't get the promised discounts and the wait was too long.
One interesting story might be the titular 'The Black Prince'. It could potentially be about a mysterious or noble character named the Black Prince. Maybe it involves his adventures, his relationships, or his quest for something important.
I'm not entirely sure without having read it thoroughly, but there's likely to be the character associated with the black phone. Maybe it's a victim or someone who has a special connection to the strange events related to the phone.
The main themes are likely to include psychological terror. The stories probably explore the dark corners of the human mind. There could also be a theme of mystery, with elements that keep the reader guessing. For example, the black phone might be at the center of a mystery that the characters are trying to solve, and this mystery unfolds in a way that reveals deeper aspects of the human condition and the nature of fear.
I'm not sure specifically. But usually during Black Friday, Other Stories might offer discounts on their clothing items like dresses, tops, and bottoms. Maybe also on their accessories such as bags and jewelry.
One of the main themes is often the darker side of human nature. For example, in 'The Black Cat', the narrator's descent into madness and his cruel actions towards the cat show how a person's inner demons can surface. Another theme could be the concept of guilt and its psychological impact. The stories might also touch on the idea of the uncanny or the supernatural, with elements that make the reader feel a sense of unease.
In 'The Black Cat', the main character is the unnamed narrator. He is a man who experiences a transformation from a seemingly normal person to someone consumed by madness and guilt. There's also the black cat, which is an important character as it is the focus of the narrator's obsession.