H. P. Lovecraft
H. P. Lovecraft, born on August 20, 1890, in Providence, Rhode Island, was a unique voice in American literature, renowned for his contributions to the horror genre. His writing, characterized by cosmic horror and otherworldly beings, invites readers into a world where the ordinary meets the unfathomable. Lovecraft's upbringing in a family of intellectuals and his early exposure to literature sparked a lifelong passion for writing, leading him to create an intricate mythos that has captured the imaginations of many. Despite facing limited recognition during his lifetime, his work has since gained significant acclaim and has influenced countless authors and filmmakers.
Lovecraft's tales often explore themes of existential dread and the insignificance of humanity in the grand cosmos, a reflection of his own views on life and society. Notable works like "The Call of Cthulhu" and "At the Mountains of Madness" showcase his ability to blend the eerie with the sublime, crafting stories that linger long after the last page is turned. If you're curious to delve into the fascinating mind of Lovecraft, we invite you to explore his works available in this app. You'll find a rich tapestry of imagination waiting to unfold.
The Collected Public Domain Works of H. P. Lovecraft
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H. P. Lovecraft
H. P. Lovecraft’s name is synonymous with horror fiction. His major inspiration and invention was cosmic horror: the idea that life is incom…
Seven H.P. Lovecraft Stories
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H. P. Lovecraft
Howard Phillips Lovecraft, better known as H.P. Lovecraft, was an American author of horror, fantasy, poetry and science fiction, especially…
The Call of Cthulhu
H. P. Lovecraft
“[The Call of Cthulhu] is a masterpiece, which I am sure will live as one of the highest achievements of literature. Mr. Lovecraft holds a u…
The Shadow Over Innsmouth
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H. P. Lovecraft
Rumours abound of sinister goings-on in the ancient Massachusetts seaport of Innsmouth. The once prosperous town, which has fallen into a st…
The Dunwich Horror
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H. P. Lovecraft
In a rundown farmhouse near isolated, rural Dunwich, a bizarre family conjures and nurtures an evil entity from another realm, with the purp…
La Bestia En La Cueva
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H. P. Lovecraft
Un hombre se extravía dentro de una cueva, esto despierta en él sensaciones de miedo, alegría y terror al encontrarse c…
Herbert West: Reanimator
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H. P. Lovecraft
"Herbert West—Reanimator" is a story by American horror fiction writer H. P. Lovecraft that was first serialized in February throu…
Dagòn
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H. P. Lovecraft
"Escribo esto bajo una fuerte tensión mental, ya que cuando llegue la noche habré dejado de existir." Es as&iacut…
To the Old Pagan Religion
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H. P. Lovecraft
LibriVox volunteers bring you 17 recordings of To the Old Pagan Religion by H. P. Lovecraft. This was the fortnightly poetry project for Feb…
Le Mystère du cimetière
H. P. Lovecraft
Au Fil des Lectures. Nouvelle de H. P. Lovecraft lue par R. Depasse (12min). « Il était midi dans le petit village de Mainville…
The Haunter of the Dark
H. P. Lovecraft
The story takes place in Providence, Rhode Island, and revolves around the Church of Starry Wisdom, a mysterious cult using an artifact call…
The Shadow out of Time
H. P. Lovecraft
The protagonist, Prof. Peaslee collapses one day when delivering a lecture and from that moment on starts acting as if something has possess…
El alquimista
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H. P. Lovecraft
Allá en lo alto, coronando la herbosa cima un montículo escarpado, de falda cubierta por los árboles nudosos del bosqu…
The Colour Out of Space
H. P. Lovecraft
In the tale, written in 1927, an unnamed narrator pieces together the story of an area known by the locals as the “blasted heath” in the wil…
The Dream Quest of Unknown Kadath
H. P. Lovecraft
Considered by writers as diverse as Joyce Carol Oates and Stephen King to be a masterpiece of the American horror/fantasy genre, “The Dream …
H.P. Lovecraft – Selected Short Stories, vol. 1
H. P. Lovecraft
This is the first part of a collection of short pieces by HPL read by different readers (Summary by Piotr Nater)This audiobook was produced …
H.P. Lovecraft – Selected Short Stories, vol. 3
H. P. Lovecraft
The third part of a collection in which the readers narrate their short stories of choice … … (Summary by Piotr Nater)This audiobook was pr…
L'Indicible
H. P. Lovecraft
Au Fil des Lectures. Nouvelle fantastique de H. P. Lovecraft lue par Martine Leroy-Rambaud (34min). Un esprit cartésien peut-il r&eac…
The Dunwich Horror (Version 2)
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H. P. Lovecraft
Horror stalks the earth. There are many dimensions that coexist with our universe and, unfortunately, overlap it in very special places. T…
El Ceremonial
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H. P. Lovecraft
Narra como un joven es enviado por su familia a ser parte de un extraño y antiguo rito celebrado por su familia hace generaciones.