Weird Tales (eBook)

H. P. Lovecraft (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2022
880 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654739588-1 (EAN)

Infos

In 'Weird Tales' by H. P. Lovecraft, readers are immersed in a collection of unsettling and otherworldly short stories that explore the themes of cosmic horror and the unknown. Lovecraft's writing style is characterized by elaborate descriptions, atmospheric settings, and a sense of unease that lingers long after the stories are finished. The book is a testament to Lovecraft's influence in the horror genre, serving as a precursor to modern horror literature. Each tale transports the reader to a world where the boundaries of reality are blurred and the fear of the unknown reigns supreme. Lovecraft's knack for crafting intricate narratives filled with dread and mystery is showcased in this compelling collection. 'Weird Tales' is a must-read for fans of horror fiction and those interested in delving into the works of a master of the macabre.

Autor

H.P. Lovecraft (1890–1937), born Howard Phillips Lovecraft, was an American writer renowned for his significant influence on the horror fiction genre. A central figure of 20th-century supernatural fiction, Lovecraft's work is known for establishing the subgenre of cosmic horror—a style characterized by the insignificance of humanity and its concerns in the vast, indifferent universe. While he achieved only limited success and recognition during his lifetime, posthumously, Lovecraft garnered critical and popular acclaim, with admirers recognizing his unique literary voice and profound imagination. 'Weird Tales' during his lifetime was a notable pulp magazine featuring many of Lovecraft's tales. Notably, this magazine became a pivotal platform for Lovecraft in disseminating his works, which often contemplated the existence of humanity in the face of unknowable, ancient alien entities. Such stories—'The Call of Cthulhu' and 'At the Mountains of Madness'—exemplified this thematic preoccupation. Lovecraft's narrative style is notorious for dense, baroque descriptions and an epistolary format, leading to a lingering sense of dread. His creation of the 'Cthulhu Mythos' has continued to be a profound and enduring element of popular culture, inspiring countless writers, artists, and creators across various mediums. Despite a life marred by poverty and social isolation, Lovecraft's legacy persists as a cornerstone of modern horror and a subject of scholarly study in literary circles (Joshi, 2001).

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 13.11.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Anthologien
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Klassiker / Moderne Klassiker
• Schlagworte: Cerebral horror • cosmic horror • Cthulhu mythos • Dark creativity • Dracula • Edgar Allan Poe • Eldritch realms • Eldritch Tales • existential dread • Frankenstein • Gothic literature • horror anthologies • interview with the Vampire • Literary legacy • lovecraftian mythology • Lovecraftian tales • Macabre atmosphere • Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children • perfume • pulp fiction classics • pulp horror • Stephen King • Supernatural Fiction • supernatural folklore • the graveyard book • The Picture of Dorian Gray • The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde • vintage horror stories • weird fiction collection