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The King in Yellow

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Exploring themes of horror and cosmic fear, Robert W. Chambers' early work presents a series of interconnected short stories centered around a cursed book that induces madness and tragedy. Despite some unevenness and stylistic flourishes reminiscent of the 1890s, the collection achieves a haunting atmosphere. "The Yellow Sign" stands out as a particularly powerful tale, featuring a chilling churchyard sentinel with a grotesque appearance. Lovecraft's introduction highlights the unique blend of fear and artistry present in Chambers' writing.

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The King in Yellow, Robert William Chambers

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2005
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Lingua
Inglese
Pubblicato
2005
Formato
In brossura
Pagine
192
ISBN13
9781557423689
Serie
Prima pubblicazione
1895
Titolo originale
The King in Yellow
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Exploring themes of horror and cosmic fear, Robert W. Chambers' early work presents a series of interconnected short stories centered around a cursed book that induces madness and tragedy. Despite some unevenness and stylistic flourishes reminiscent of the 1890s, the collection achieves a haunting atmosphere. "The Yellow Sign" stands out as a particularly powerful tale, featuring a chilling churchyard sentinel with a grotesque appearance. Lovecraft's introduction highlights the unique blend of fear and artistry present in Chambers' writing.