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The Essential Tales of H. P. Lovecraft

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The Essential Tales of H. P. Lovecraft is a collection of the author's most iconic stories, exploring cosmic horror and the unknown. These tales delve into the eerie and mysterious worlds filled with ancient deities, madness, and the limits of human understanding. Lovecraft masterfully crafts an atmosphere of suspense and dread, creating a timeless influence on the Sci-Fi and Fantasy genre.
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This collection may appeal to you if you're intrigued by cosmic horror and enjoy exploring tales filled with eldritch creatures and chilling atmospheres. The author's masterful storytelling builds suspense and exploration into the unknown, perfect for fans of the dark and mysterious side of Sci-Fi & Fantasy.

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The Essential Tales of H. P. Lovecraft

Including "At the Mountains of Madness" and "The Call of Cthulhu," The Essential Tales of H. P. Lovecraft is the perfect edition to any science fiction lover's library.

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There is no better place to begin exploring the cosmic horror and eldritch tales of Lovecraft than in this exquisitely dark collection. The Essential Tales of H. P. Lovecraft collects one of the author's most popular novellas and six of his most famous short stories. Venture into his macabre world with these classics:

  • At the Mountains of Madness
  • The Call of Cthulhu
  • The Colour Out of Space
  • The Dunwich Horror
  • The Shadow Out of Time
  • The Shadow Over Innsmouth
  • The Whisperer in Darkness

...if you dare.

These hair-raising tales have inspired generations of authors and filmmakers, including Stephen King, Alan Moore, Guillermo del Toro, and Neil Gaiman. This elegantly designed edition features an introduction by H. P. Lovecraft scholar Peter Cannon and a timeline of Lovecraft's life at the back.

Essential volumes for the shelves of every classic literature lover, the Chartwell Classics series includes beautifully presented works and collections from some of the most important authors in literary history. Chartwell Classics are the editions of choice for the most discerning literature buffs.

Other titles in the Chartwell Classics Series include: Complete Fiction of H.P. Lovecraft; Complete Grimm's Fairy Tales; Complete Novels of Jane Austen; Complete Sherlock Holmes; Complete Tales & Poems of Edgar Allan Poe; Complete Works of William Shakespeare; Divine Comedy; Alice's Adventures in Wonderland and Other Tales; The Federalist Papers; The Inferno; The Call of the Wild and White Fang; Moby Dick; The Odyssey; Pride and Prejudice; The Essential Grimm's Fairy Tales; Emma; The Great Gatsby; The Secret Garden; Anne of Green Gables; The Essential Tales and Poems of Edgar Allan Poe; The Phantom of the Opera; The Communist Manifesto and Das Kapital; Republic; Frankenstein; Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea; The Picture of Dorian Gray; Meditations; Wuthering Heights; Alice's Adventures in Wonderland and Through the Looking-Glass; A Tale of Two Cities; Beowulf; The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde and Other Stories; Adventures of Huckleberry Finn; Little Women.

Series: Chartwell Classics

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The Essential Tales of H. P. Lovecraft is lauded for its chilling and atmospheric storytelling that delves into the cosmic horror genre. Critics praise Lovecraft's imaginative ability to evoke fear and awe, though some note the complexity of his language. The collection is often recommended for those who appreciate classic horror and dark fantasy themes.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780785839811

Publisher: Quarto Publishing Group USA Inc

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 05 April 2022

Country: United States

Imprint: Chartwell Books Inc.,U.S.

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 156.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 580g

Pages: 444

About the Author

Howard Phillips "H. P." Lovecraft (August 20, 1890-March 15, 1937) was an American author who achieved posthumous fame through his influential works of horror fiction. Virtually unknown and only published in pulp magazines before he died in poverty, he is now widely seen as one of the most significant twentieth century authors in his genre.

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