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Haunter of the Dark and Other Tales of Horror

H.P. Lovecraft
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Haunter of the Dark and Other Tales of Horror

Fiction | Short Story | Adult | Published in 1969

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H.P. Lovecraft

Haunter of the Dark and Other Tales of Horror

Fiction | Short Story | Adult | Published in 1969
Book Details
Pages

303

Format

Short Story • Fiction

Setting

Providence, Rhode Island • 1930s

Publication Year

1969

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Haunter of the Dark and Other Tales of Horror is a collection of stories by H.P. Lovecraft that explores cosmic horror and the unknown. Key narratives include "The Haunter of the Dark," focusing on an individual's fascination with dark forces and "The Call of Cthulhu," which delves into mysteries beyond human comprehension. Readers encounter themes of fear and existential dread.

Dark

Mysterious

Unnerving

Gritty

Suspenseful

Reviews & Readership

4.5

49 ratings

67%

Loved it

27%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Haunter of the Dark and Other Tales of Horror showcases H.P. Lovecraft's mastery in crafting chilling atmospheres and cosmic horror. Readers appreciate the eerie settings and imaginative storytelling, but some critique the dated prose and recurring themes. The collection offers a glimpse into Lovecraft's influential yet controversial legacy in horror fiction.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Haunter of the Dark and Other Tales of Horror?

Fans of atmospheric and cosmic horror who enjoy exploring the unknown and uncanny, as in Poe’s Tales of Mystery and Imagination or King’s Night Shift, will appreciate Lovecraft's Haunter of the Dark and Other Tales of Horror for its intricate mythos and eerie storytelling.

4.5

49 ratings

67%

Loved it

27%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

303

Format

Short Story • Fiction

Setting

Providence, Rhode Island • 1930s

Publication Year

1969

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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