The Secret Fear and Other Weird Tales
Eerie Tales of Mystery and Suspense in Classic Horror FictionBy Various
Length15h 15m
About this audiobook
In "The Secret Fear and Other Weird Tales," a compilation of stories by various authors, readers are transported into a labyrinth of psychological terrors and supernatural encounters. Each tale intricately weaves elements of horror with profound existential questioning, showcasing an eclectic mix of literary styles that range from the vividly grotesque to the beautifully somber. Set against the backdrop of early 20th century gothic narratives, these stories challenge the boundaries of sanity, exploring the human psyche'Äôs most intimate anxieties and fears, ultimately delving into what lurks beyond the known. The anthology features contributions from prominent figures in the genre, including H.P. Lovecraft and Algernon Blackwood, whose works were influenced by both contemporary philosophical discourses and the tumultuous social changes of their time. The authors often grappled with themes of otherness and the uncanny, reflecting their fascination with the macabre as a means to confront the uncertainties of modern existence. This collection encapsulates a diverse array of voices, illustrating the fluidity and richness of weird fiction. Perfect for fans of speculative literature and psychological horror alike, "The Secret Fear and Other Weird Tales" invites readers to surrender to the chilling atmospheres and haunting narratives that linger long after the final page. This collection is not only a testament to the enduring power of the weird tale but also a compelling reflection on the human condition itself.
Audiobook details
GenreHorror
Length15 hrs 15 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateJul 10, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1The Project Gutenberg eBook of Weird Tales, Volume 1, Number 3, May, 1923: The unique magazine
33Almost Broke, Youth Falls Co-Heir to $12,000,000
2WEIRD TALES
34THE PURPLE HEART
3Contents for May, 1923
35FELINE
4CHAPTER I. THE DRUMS OF DOOM.
36Chicagoans to Live in the Air Fifty Years Hence
5CHAPTER II. THE DICTATOR OF DESTINY.
37TWO HOURS OF DEATH
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6CHAPTER III. THE SORCERERS OF CHINA
38Neurotic Women Have Queer Mania
7CHAPTER IV. DR. GRESHAM TAKES COMMAND
39MIDNIGHT BLACK
8CHAPTER V. BEGINNING A STRANGE VOYAGE
40Mummies Made by Electricity
9CHAPTER VI. THE COASTS OF MYSTERY
41No. 1—The Haunted and the Haunters; or, The House and the Brain
10CHAPTER VII. THE MOON GOD’S TEMPLE
42WOMAN’S SPIRIT IS PHOTOGRAPHED
11CHAPTER VIII. THE JAWS OF DEATH
43CHAPTER VI. (Continued) THE WHISPERING THING
12THE SECRET FEAR
44CHAPTER VII. PERET EXPLAINS
13THE STORY OF A VAMPIRE
45CHAPTER VIII. THE MYSTERY IS SOLVED.
14II.
46CHAPTER IX. THE WORM TURNS
15III.
47DR. ARMAND’S STRANGE NARRATIVE
16IV.
48THE DEVIL PLANT
17V.
49HOOTCH
18VI.
50II.
19Neighbors See “Sacred Heart” in Girl’s Death Room
51III.
20Hold “Petting Parties” in Morgue
52IV.
21II.
53CASE No. 27
22III.
54Deaf and Blind Students Perform Miracles
23IV.
55The Finale
24V.
56I.
25Woman Receives Poems from Spirit World
57II.
26Man Captures Lion, Barehanded
58III.
27Vials of Insects
59IV.
28Police Seize 800 Quarts of “Embalming Fluid”
60V.
29AN EYE FOR AN EYE
61VI.
30THE FLOOR ABOVE
62VII.
31Reads Story of Mankind on Egyptian Coffins
63VIII.
32PENELOPE
64THE EYRIE
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