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A lone traveler seeks shelter from an approaching storm in an apparently abandoned house, only to find that it is occupied by a "loathsome old, white-bearded, and ragged man."

The story is narrated by the scion of the Delapore family, who has moved from Massachusetts to his ancestral estate in England, known as Exham Priory. On several occasions, the protagonist and his cats hear the sounds of rats scurrying behind the walls. Upon investigating further, he finds that his family maintained an underground city for centuries and that the inhabitants of the city fed on human flesh, even going so far as to raise generations of human cattle, who eventually began to de-evolve due to their sub-human living conditions

The story takes place in Providence, Rhode Island and revolves around the Church of Starry Wisdom. The cult uses an ancient artifact known as the Shining Trapezohedron to summon a terrible being from the depths of time and space.The Shining Trapezohedron was discovered in Egyptian ruins, in a box of alien construction, by Professor Enoch Bowen before he returned to Providence, Rhode Island in 1844. Members of the Church of Starry Wisdom in Providence would awaken the Haunter of the Dark, an avatar of Nyarlathotep, by gazing into the glowing crystal. Summoned from the black gulfs of chaos, this being could show other worlds, other galaxies, and the secrets of arcane and paradoxical knowledge; but he demanded monstrous sacrifices, hinted at by disfigured skeletons that were later found in the church. The Haunter of the Dark was banished by light and could not cross a lighted area.

"The Shunned House" is a horror fiction novelette by American author H. P. Lovecraft, written on October 1619, 1924. It was first published in the October 1937 issue of Weird Tales.The Shunned House of the title is based on an actual house in Providence, Rhode Island, built around 1763 and still standing at 135 Benefit Street. Lovecraft was familiar with the house because his aunt Lillian Clark lived there in 1919-20 as a companion to Mrs. H. C. Babbit. However, it was another house in Elizabeth, New Jersey that actually compelled Lovecraft to write the story.

"In the Walls of Eryx" is a short story by H.P. Lovecraft, written in January 1936 and first published in Weird Tales magazine in October 1939. It is unusual among Lovecrafts work as a standard science fiction story involving space exploration in the near future.The story, written in first-person narrative, depicts the life and death of a prospector on the planet Venus who, while working for a mining company, becomes trapped in an invisible maze.

"The Temple" is a short story written by H. P. Lovecraft in 1920, and first published in the pulp magazine Weird Tales in February 1925. It was the first story Lovecraft published in Weird Tales, and indeed was his first publication in any professional outlet.The story is narrated as a "found manuscript" penned by Karl Heinrich, Graf von Altberg-Ehrenstein, a Lieutenant Commander in the Imperial German Navy during the days of World War I. It documents his untimely end at the bottom of the ocean

Great modern American supernaturalist brilliantly surveys history of genre to 1930s, summarizing, evaluating scores of books, including works by Poe, Bierce, M.R. James, "Monk" Lewis, many others. Praised by critics as diverse as Edmund Wilson and Vincent Starrett.

"The Statement of Randolph Carter" is a short story by H. P. Lovecraft. Written December 1919, it was first published in The Vagrant, May 1920. It tells of a traumatic event in the life of Randolph Carter, a student of the occult loosely representing Lovecraft himself. It is the first story in which Carter appears and is part of Lovecrafts Dream Cycle.

"The Shadow Out of Time" indirectly tells of the Great Race of Yith, an extraterrestrial species with the ability to travel through space and time. The Yithians accomplish this by switching bodies with hosts from the intended spatial or temporal destination. The story implies that the effect when seen from the outside is similar to spiritual possession.

Fist published in 1935, "The Disinterment" is a short horror story by H.P. Lovecraft.

What the Moon Brings is a short story by H.P. Lovecraft, written on June 5, 1922. This story was first published in the National Amateur in May 1923, and based upon a dream.This story is told in the first person; the narrator is never named. The story describes a surreal dreamscape. The narrator wanders through his garden one night and in the moonlight sees strange and bizarre things

"Ex Oblivione" is a prose poem by American horror fiction writer H. P. Lovecraft, written in late 1920 or early 1921 and first published in The United Amateur in March 1921, under the pseudonym Ward Phillips.It is written in first person and tells of the dreams of a presumably dying man. In his dreams, the man is walking through a valley and encounters a vine-covered wall with a locked bronze gate therein. He longs to know what lies beyond the gate.

Celephais was created in a dream by Kuranes (which is his name in dreamshis real name is not given) as a child of the English landed gentry. As a man in his forties, alone and dispossessed in contemporary London, he dreams it again and then, seeking it, slowly slips away to the dream-world. Finally knights guide him through medieval England to his ancestral estate, where he spent his boyhood, and then to Celephais. He became the king and chief god of the city, though his body washes up by his ancestors tower, now owned by a parvenu.In The Dream-Quest of Unknown Kadath, Randolph Carter pays a visit to Kuranes, finding that the great dreamer has grown so homesick for his native Cornwall, he has dreamed parts of Celephais to resemble the land of his boyhood. Kuranes advises Carter, on a mission to find his own dream-city, to be careful what he wishes forhe might get it.

The story involves a mine that uncovers a very deep chasm, too deep for any sounding lines to hit bottom. The night after the discovery of the abyss the narrator and one of the mines workers, Juan Romero, venture inside the mine, drawn against their will by a mysterious rhythmical throbbing in the ground.

"The Doom that Came to Sarnath" (1920) is a fantasy short story by American writer H. P. Lovecraft. It is written in a mythic/fantasy style and is associated with his Dream Cycle. It was first published in The Scot, a Scottish amateur fiction magazine, in June 1920.According to the tale, more than 10,000 years ago, a race of shepherd people colonized the banks of the river Ai, in a land called Mnar, forming the cities of Thraa, Ilarnek, and Kadatheron (not to be confused with Kadath), which rose to great intellectual and mercantile prowess. Craving more land, a group of these hardy people migrated to the shores of a lonely and vast lake at the heart of Mnar, founding the city of Sarnath.

"The Evil Clergyman" is an excerpt from a letter written by American horror fiction writer H. P. Lovecraft in 1933. After his death, it was published in the April 1939 issue of Weird Tales as a short story. The story was later adapted into the unreleased 1987 anthology film Pulse Pounders.The story begins in the attic of an ancient house. The narrators companion refers to the former owner of the house and the presumably violent end that befell him. He advises the narrator not to stay after dark or touch anything, especially the small object on a table, which the companion seems to fear considerably.

In Supernatural Horror in Literature by H.P. Lovecraft, readers are taken on a journey through the history and evolution of supernatural horror in literary works. Lovecraft meticulously examines various elements of the genre, from Gothic fiction to symbolist literature, highlighting its significance and impact on the cultural landscape. His intricate analysis coupled with his distinctive writing style creates an immersive reading experience for those interested in delving into the realms of the macabre and uncanny. Lovecrafts use of cosmic horror and psychological themes sets this book apart, making it a timeless exploration of the depths of fear and the unknown in literature. As a pioneer of weird fiction himself, Lovecraft provides unique insights and perspectives that enrich the understanding of supernatural horror in the context of literary history. H.P. Lovecraft, known for his influential contributions to the horror genre, was driven by a fascination with the cosmic and the inexplicable. His own works often delved into themes of existential dread and cosmic insignificance, reflecting his deep-seated fears and philosophical inquiries. Supernatural Horror in Literature can be seen as a manifestation of Lovecrafts own literary influences and his passion for exploring the darker aspects of human existence. This book is highly recommended for readers who seek a comprehensive exploration of supernatural horror in literature, as well as for those intrigued by Lovecrafts unique perspective on the genre. With its insightful analysis and engaging prose, Supernatural Horror in Literature offers a valuable resource for anyone interested in the enduring allure of the macabre in literary works.

Welcome to the Essays collection. A special selection of the nonfiction prose from influential and noteworthy authors.This book brings some of best essays of H. P. Lovecraft, across a wide range of subjects, including creative writing, literature and poetry.Howard Phillips Lovecraft was an American writer of weird, science, fantasy, and horror fiction. Lovecraft is best known for his creation of a body of work that became known as the Cthulhu Mythos. Many of his most relevant works were published by Tacet Books. The book contains the following texts:- Introduction by Edmund Gosse- Notes on Writing Weird Fiction- Supernatural Horror in Literature- Metrical Regularity- The Despised Pastoral- Cats and Dogs- At the Root- The Allowable Rhym

H.P. Lovecrafts The Dreams in the Witch-House is a chilling tale that combines elements of horror, fantasy, and science fiction. The story follows a student who rents a room in an old witch-haunted house, where he begins to experience terrifying dreams and encounters mysterious creatures. Lovecrafts prose is characterized by its dark and ominous tone, creating a sense of unease and dread that permeates the entire narrative. The Dreams in the Witch-House is part of Lovecrafts Cthulhu Mythos, a shared universe of cosmic horror that explores humanitys insignificance in the face of ancient and malevolent beings. The novella reflects Lovecrafts recurring themes of forbidden knowledge, the unknown, and the fragility of human sanity. Readers will be drawn into a world of arcane mysteries and existential terror, where reality itself becomes blurred and unsettling. Fans of Lovecrafts other works and those interested in supernatural fiction will find this book to be a haunting and unforgettable read.

In "The Whisperer in Darkness," H.P. Lovecraft masterfully intertwines elements of horror, science fiction, and folklore to explore the intersection of the mundane and the cosmic. Set against the backdrop of New Englands eerie landscapes, the narrative follows a correspondence between Albert N. Wilmarth, a scholar, and the mysterious entities known as the Mi-Go, who traverse the boundaries of reality and dreams. Lovecrafts signature style is marked by richly descriptive prose and an unsettling atmosphere, creating a palpable sense of dread that engages readers while situating the tale within the broader context of early 20th-century American literature, which often grappled with themes of alienation and existential despair. Lovecraft, a pivotal figure in the genre of weird fiction, was influenced by his deep-seated fears of the unknown and his fascination with the occult. His childhood, steeped in myths and legends, coupled with a penchant for cosmic horror, undoubtedly shaped the narrative structure and thematic depth of "The Whisperer in Darkness." The story reflects Lovecrafts ongoing preoccupation with the insignificance of humanity in the vast universe, a profound aspect of his literary identity. I highly recommend "The Whisperer in Darkness" to readers intrigued by the complexities of cosmic horror and the unsettling possibilities of alien existence. Lovecrafts astute psychological insights and innovative narrative form challenge conventional genre boundaries, offering a thought-provoking exploration of fear, knowledge, and the limits of human understanding. This work is essential for both genre aficionados and literary scholars alike.