
The Complete Fiction of H. P. Lovecraft
Enriched edition. At the Mountains of Madness, The Call of Cthulhu, The Case of Charles Dexter WardBy H. P. LovecraftLength50h 35m
About this audiobook
The Complete Fiction of H. P. Lovecraft is a collection of eerie and otherworldly tales that delve into the realms of cosmic horror and the unknown. Lovecraft's writing style is marked by its dense and intricate prose, often describing indescribable horrors with a chilling effect. His works are deeply rooted in the literary context of early 20th-century weird fiction, drawing inspiration from Gothic literature and cosmic nihilism. The stories in this collection showcase Lovecraft's ability to evoke a sense of dread and existential dread in the reader, making them question their place in the vast and indifferent universe. Lovecraft's exploration of the subconscious fears and the mysteries of the unknown set him apart as a master of horror fiction. His tales are not just scary but also intellectually stimulating, challenging readers to confront the limitations of human knowledge and understanding. The Complete Fiction of H. P. Lovecraft is a must-read for fans of the horror genre and those interested in the darker corners of the human psyche.
In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- A comprehensive Introduction outlines these selected works' unifying features, themes, or stylistic evolutions.
- The Author Biography highlights personal milestones and literary influences that shape the entire body of writing.
- A Historical Context section situates the works in their broader era—social currents, cultural trends, and key events that underpin their creation.
- A concise Synopsis (Selection) offers an accessible overview of the included texts, helping readers navigate plotlines and main ideas without revealing critical twists.
- A unified Analysis examines recurring motifs and stylistic hallmarks across the collection, tying the stories together while spotlighting the different work's strengths.
- Reflection questions inspire deeper contemplation of the author's overarching message, inviting readers to draw connections among different texts and relate them to modern contexts.
- Lastly, our hand‐picked Memorable Quotes distill pivotal lines and turning points, serving as touchstones for the collection's central themes.
Audiobook details
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GenreHorror
Length50 hrs 35 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateJun 21, 2017
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1The Complete Fiction of H. P. Lovecraft
26Celephaïs
2Introduction
27From Beyond
3Author Biography
28The Temple
4Historical Context
29Nyarlathotep
5Synopsis (Selection)
30The Picture in the House
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6Novel:
31Facts concerning the Late Arthur Jermyn and His Family
7The Case of Charles Dexter Ward (pt. 1)
32The Nameless City
8The Case of Charles Dexter Ward (pt. 2)
33The Quest of Iranon
9The Case of Charles Dexter Ward (pt. 3)
34The Moon-Bog
10Short Stories and Novellas:
35Ex Oblivione
11The Tomb
36The Other Gods
12Dagon
37The Outsider
13A Reminiscence of Dr. Samuel Johnson
38The Music of Erich Zann
14Polaris
39Sweet Ermengarde
15Beyond the Wall of Sleep
40Hypnos
16Memory
41What the Moon Brings
17Old Bugs
42Azathoth
18The Transition of Juan Romero
43Herbert West-Reanimator
19The White Ship
44The Hound
20The Doom That Came to Sarnath
45The Lurking Fear
21The Statement of Randolph Carter
46The Rats in the Walls
22The Street
47The Unnamable
23The Terrible Old Man
48The Festival
24The Cats of Ulthar
49The Shunned House
25The Tree
50The Horror at Red Hook