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The Best of H.P. Lovecraft: Bloodcurdling Tales of Horror and the Macabre

August Derleth, H.P. Lovecraft, Robert Bloch
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The Best of H.P. Lovecraft: Bloodcurdling Tales of Horror and the Macabre

Fiction | Anthology/Varied Collection | Adult | Published in 2002

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August Derleth, H.P. Lovecraft, Robert Bloch

The Best of H.P. Lovecraft: Bloodcurdling Tales of Horror and the Macabre

Fiction | Anthology/Varied Collection | Adult | Published in 2002
Book Details
Pages

406

Format

Anthology/Varied Collection • Fiction

Setting

Various • Early 20th century

Publication Year

2002

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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The Best of H.P. Lovecraft: Bloodcurdling Tales of Horror and the Macabre is a collection featuring classic horror stories by H.P. Lovecraft, selected by August Derleth and Robert Bloch. The anthology includes tales such as "The Call of Cthulhu," "The Shadow over Innsmouth," and "The Dunwich Horror," showcasing Lovecraft's cosmic horror and influential mythos.

Reviews & Readership

4.4

30,092 ratings

84%

Loved it

13%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

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The Best of H.P. Lovecraft: Bloodcurdling Tales of Horror and the Macabre presents an essential collection of Lovecraft's influential work, featuring meticulous curation by Derleth and Bloch. Readers praise its chilling atmospheres and profound impact on horror literature. Some find Lovecraft's archaic prose challenging. Ultimately, it remains a cornerstone for fans and new readers alike.

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Who Should Read The Best of H.P. Lovecraft: Bloodcurdling Tales of Horror and the Macabre?

A reader who enjoys eerie atmospheres, cosmic horror, and meticulously crafted tales of the macabre will savor The Best of H.P. Lovecraft: Bloodcurdling Tales of Horror and the Macabre. Fans of Dracula or Frankenstein will find Lovecraft’s chilling universe irresistibly compelling.

4.4

30,092 ratings

84%

Loved it

13%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

406

Format

Anthology/Varied Collection • Fiction

Setting

Various • Early 20th century

Publication Year

2002

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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