The thing on the door-step by H. P. Lovecraft

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Author Lovecraft, H. P. (Howard Phillips), 1890-1937
Illustrator Finlay, Virgil, 1914-1971
Title The thing on the door-step
Alternate Title The thing on the doorstep
Original Publication Indianapolis, IN: Popular Fiction Publishing Company, 1937.
Note Wikipedia page on this work: https: //en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Thing_on_the_Doorstep
Note Reading ease score: 67.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary "The Thing on the Door-Step" by H. P. Lovecraft is a short story that exemplifies the genre of weird fiction, written during the early 20th century. It delves into themes of identity, cosmic horror, and the supernatural, with a narrative that intertwines elements of madness and occultism. The story presents a chilling exploration of the lengths to which individuals might go to achieve power and immortality, ultimately serving as a dire warning against the dark allure of forbidden knowledge. The plot centers around Edward Derby and his tumultuous relationship with his wife, Asenath Waite, who is involved in dark, supernatural practices. Edward, once a timid and childlike man, undergoes a disturbing transformation after marrying Asenath, who is linked to his family's sinister legacy. As the story escalates, Edward reveals the horrifying truth that Asenath, potentially channeling the essence of her father, the ancient sorcerer Ephraim Waite, is intent on possessing him completely. The tension builds until Edward finds himself ensnared in a battle for his very soul against his wife’s monstrous aspirations. The tale concludes with a sense of inevitable doom, leaving readers haunted by the implications of identity and the consequences of dabbling in the unknown. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Horror tales
Subject Paranormal fiction
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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