He by H. P. Lovecraft
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| Author | Lovecraft, H. P. (Howard Phillips), 1890-1937 |
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| Illustrator | Olinick, G. O. (George Ochterlony), 1888-1957 |
| Title | He |
| Original Publication | United States: Popular Fiction Publishing Company,1926. |
| Note | Wikipedia page on this work: https: //en.wikipedia.org/wiki/He_(short_story) |
| Note | Reading ease score: 56.9 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Credits | Roger Frank |
| Summary | "He" by H. P. Lovecraft is a short story that delves into themes of existential horror and the quest for meaning within a decaying urban landscape, written in the early 20th century. The narrative follows an unnamed protagonist who grapples with the disillusionment and oppressive realities of New York City, a once vibrant place that now feels dead and haunted by its past. Lovecraft's work often focuses on the intersection of humanity and cosmic horror, exploring the shadows of reality that lurk just beneath the surface. In the story, the protagonist embarks on a sleepless journey through the forgotten and dark corners of New York, where he encounters a mysterious elderly man clad in archaic attire. This man offers to reveal long-lost secrets and glimpses of the city's past, but as they explore, the narrative takes a chilling turn. The protagonist witnesses horrifying visions that showcase a twisted version of reality, revealing underlying madness and terror. Ultimately, the story culminates in a dark confrontation with the unknown and a desperate escape, haunting the protagonist with the realization that the city is not just dead, but filled with unseen horrors that threaten to engulf anyone who dares to seek the truth. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Short stories |
| Subject | New York (N.Y.) -- Fiction |
| Subject | Horror tales |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 68547 |
| Release Date | Jul 17, 2022 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 182 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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