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The Call of Cthulhu and Other Stories (Annotated)

The Call of Cthulhu and Other Stories (Annotated)

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Reading Lovecraft is not about reading terror; it's about peering into a cosmic abyss that stares back at you. This anthology is, for us, the perfect gateway to his universe. Here you won't find cheap scares, but rather a growing sense of insignificance; the terrifying discovery that humanity is a speck of dust in an indifferent cosmos populated by ancient horrors.

From the depths of the ocean to the forgotten corners of New England, this essential anthology gathers ten of the most important stories by the master of Providence. Immerse yourself in a world of primordial gods, degenerate cults, and secrets humanity was never meant to uncover. This volume is a journey into the heart of cosmic horror, with stories that have inspired generations of readers.

It's a read that leaves its mark, a lingering unease. Essential for understanding modern horror.

Includes famous stories such as The Call of Cthulhu, The Shadow Over Innsmouth, and The Haunter of the Dark

Book details

Synopsis

This edition brings together ten short stories and novellas that define H. P. Lovecraft's universe, from the atavistic terror of "Dagon" to the cosmic epic of "The Call of Cthulhu" or the rural paranoia of "The Colour Out of Space." The reader will find here the foundational stories of the Cthulhu Mythos.

The collection includes: Dagon, The Outsider, The Music of Erich Zann, The Rats in the Walls, The Call of Cthulhu, The Colour Out of Space, The Dunwich Horror, The Shadow Over Innsmouth, The Shadow Out of Time, and The Haunter of the Dark.

About the Author

H. P. Lovecraft (Providence, 1890-1937) was an American writer renowned for his horror, fantasy, and science fiction stories and novels. Although unsuccessful in his lifetime, today he is considered one of the great masters of the genre and a key influence for countless writers, such as Stephen King. His work is characterized by creating his own mythology of cosmic horror, where humanity confronts its insignificance before primordial entities.

Technical Specifications

  • Pages: 496

  • Author: H. P. Lovecraft

  • Publisher: Akal

  • Collection: Classics of Literature

  • Binding: Paperback

  • Edition: 2023

  • ISBN: 9788446053019

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