The Call Of Cthulhu by H. P. Lovecraft
In this classic tale of cosmic horror, a series of fragmented narratives converge to reveal the discovery of an ancient and malevolent entity, Cthulhu, lying dormant beneath the sea. After a series of strange events and encounters with bizarre cults, the protagonist uncovers the truth about the creature's terrifying influence on the minds of sensitive individuals across the globe. As the narrative unfolds through found documents, diary entries, and firsthand accounts, the monstrous figure of Cthulhu emerges as a symbol of the incomprehensible and indifferent forces that lurk beyond the edges of human understanding, waiting for the moment to reawaken and engulf the world in madness and chaos.
The 2430th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1928
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Very Short
- Pages
- 20-30
- Original Language
- English
- Avg User Rating
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(3.8)
- Alternate Titles
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- La Llamada De Cthulhu / El Ser En El Umbral
- The Call Of Cthulu And Other Stories
- The Call Of Ctulhu
- The Call of Cthulhu
- Zew Cthulhu
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- Nightmare Magazine's Top 100 Horror Books (Nightmare Magazine)
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