Name: The King in Yellow, Deluxe Edition: An Early Classic of the Weird Fiction Genre
SKU: 49638083
Price: 273.00 ZAR
Availability: InStock
Author: Robert W. Chambers
ISBN: 9781782273769

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The King in Yellow, Deluxe Edition: An Early Classic of the Weird Fiction Genre

Type

Physical Book

Author

Robert W. Chambers

Publisher

Pushkin Press

Year

2017

Language

English

Pages

160

Format

Hardcover

Dimensions

20.1x13.7x1.8 cm

Weight

0.23 kg.

ISBN13

9781782273769

Synopsis "The King in Yellow, Deluxe Edition: An Early Classic of the Weird Fiction Genre "

A beautiful gift edition of the supernatural horror cult classic that inspired H.P. Lovecraft and the HBO hit series True Detective The weird tales in this slim volume are all linked by a play, the second act of which reveals truths so terrible and beautiful that it drives all who read it to despair: The King in Yellow. These four macabre, uncanny and unsettling stories are some of the most thrilling ever written in the field of weird fiction, and since their first publication in 1895 have become a cult classic, influencing many writers from the renowned master of cosmic horror H.P Lovecraft to the creators of HBO's True Detective.

Robert W. Chambers

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American writer known for his tales of horror and mystery. He published The King in Yellow (1895), a collection of short stories that influenced fantasy and horror literature, with elements that later inspired writers like H.P. Lovecraft. Although he initially excelled in macabre and supernatural fiction, his career took a turn towards romantic and historical novels, with titles like The Tracer of Lost Persons (1906) and The Dark Star (1917)

His work combines cosmic horror with the literary decadence of the late 19th century. The King in Yellow remains his most recognized book, particularly for its impact on horror mythology. Despite having written numerous novels, his legacy focuses on the influence he had on the horror genre.

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