The Lurker At The Threshold by August Derleth, H. P. Lovecraft
"The Lurker At The Threshold" is a chilling tale that delves into the realm of cosmic horror. Set in the fictional town of Arkham, the story follows a man who discovers an ancient manuscript that reveals the existence of a malevolent entity known as the Lurker. As he delves deeper into the mysteries surrounding the Lurker, he becomes entangled in a web of dark secrets, forbidden knowledge, and impending doom. With Lovecraftian themes of madness, forbidden knowledge, and the fragility of the human mind, this book is a haunting exploration of the unknown and the terrifying forces that lurk just beyond our comprehension.
The 2077th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1945
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 158-208
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following 2 lists:
- 564th on Fantasy and Horror: A Critical and Historical Guide (Book)
- Horror: The 100 Best Books ("Horror: The 100 Best Books" Book by Stephen Jones (Editor) and Kim Newman (Editor))