- Paperback: 896 pages
- Publisher: Gollancz; Export ed edition (27 Mar 2008)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0575081570
- ISBN-13: 978-0575081574
- Product Dimensions: 23.1 x 15.8 x 5.3 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars See all reviews (47 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 645,660 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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The best of H.P. Lovecraft's stories in one handsome volume, a companion to THE COMPLETE CHRONICLES OF CONAN.
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WIKIPEDIA says: 'H.P. Lovecraft's reputation has grown tremendously over the decades, and he is now commonly regarded as one of the most important horror writers of the 20th century, exerting an influence that is widespread, though often indirect.' H.P. Lovecraft's tales of the tentacled Elder God Cthulhu and his pantheon of alien deities were initially written for the pulp magazines of the 1920s and '30s. These astonishing tales blend elements of horror, science fiction and cosmic terror that are as powerful today as they were when they were first published. This handsome tome collects together the very best of Lovecraft's tales of terror, including the complete Cthulhu Mythos cycle, just the way they were originally published. It will introduce a whole new generation of readers to Lovecraft's fiction, as well as being a must-buy for those fans who want all his work in a single, definitive, highly attractive volume.
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94 of 95 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Wow. Wasn't expecting that much. This 900 pages book look so huge and is fantastic with the black leatherbound cover. When first opening it you got a Arkham map illustrated on the inside of the cover. All the great stories of H.P. Lovecraft are in there, even some poems. They all have the original published date and infos on them too. It's like a Lovecraft Encyclopedia! There are just enough illustrations and at the end you got a LONG biography of Lovecraft beautifully written. For this price it's a steal. I must stop writing now, Cthulhu calls me! GET IT!
(For the glue on the back sticker it's pretty easy to remove. First get the sticker off and then stick it again where there is glue remaining. Do that several times and all the glue will be removed)
(For the glue on the back sticker it's pretty easy to remove. First get the sticker off and then stick it again where there is glue remaining. Do that several times and all the glue will be removed)
21 of 21 people found the following review helpful
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It appears that I, unlike the other reviewers of this book, am a new edition to the legions of Lovecraft fans that I had until recently been completely unaware of. I have long since been a fan of horror film and have read my fair share of such obvious novelists as King, but never could have dreamt of something as elegant and terrifying in the nowadays all too neglected medium of the written word.
The tome itself bleeds horror; the black leather cover (which alone would suggest a much higher price) and occasional illustrations and even the feel of the pages spark the imagination, but it is undoubtedly Lovecraft's own artful imagery and originality that would be expected long after his time makes this a vital part of the collection of not just any horror fan, but any literary enthusiast.
However, as has been said before me, the sticker is the one blight of this book, and you must be prepared for a strenuous battle. The glue! THE GLUE!
The tome itself bleeds horror; the black leather cover (which alone would suggest a much higher price) and occasional illustrations and even the feel of the pages spark the imagination, but it is undoubtedly Lovecraft's own artful imagery and originality that would be expected long after his time makes this a vital part of the collection of not just any horror fan, but any literary enthusiast.
However, as has been said before me, the sticker is the one blight of this book, and you must be prepared for a strenuous battle. The glue! THE GLUE!
10 of 10 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
This is a good anthology of Lovecraft's work, but mind!
Some of the reviews make it seem as if it was the complete collection of his novels, which it is not.
(I'm still looking for one)
But it looks fabulous, there is a just dose of atmospheric illustrations and in short: it is certainly worth it's price !
Some of the reviews make it seem as if it was the complete collection of his novels, which it is not.
(I'm still looking for one)
But it looks fabulous, there is a just dose of atmospheric illustrations and in short: it is certainly worth it's price !
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Worth the price!
Fantastic Cosmic Horror tales and stories. A great collection that you can pick up anytime to read and the book itself is very nicely presented. Read more
Published 18 days ago by M. Clark
Superb, attractive collection of tales
Ordered this book on a Thursday and it was waiting for me on my desk on the Monday - efficiently delivered and well packaged.
I have only recently become a fan of H.P. Read more
I have only recently become a fan of H.P. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Plank
GAH! Spelling mistakes
This book contains most (not all) of H.P. Lovecraft's work...rest assured, the ones left out aren't the best bits at all. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Griesmayer
Absolutely excellent
Absolutely brilliant! Well worth the buy, and although it may be available for the Kindle, nothing can replace a good book such as this. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Jessica
A great collection, but...
A collection of the best of H P Lovecraft's tales, in a book which is well crafted and beautifully presented.
But the proof reading and sub-editing are abysmal. Read more
But the proof reading and sub-editing are abysmal. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Cruncher
Necronomicon - The Best Weird Tales of H. P. Lovecraft
I guess this review must be in two parts, although both parts have the most important factor in common: This book is exactly as I wanted and expected.
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Published 3 months ago by Svataben
You don't need graphic details ...............
This is a great volume by a great author.
Lovecraft proves that you don't need graphic details of blood and gore to make the skin tingle and the hairs on your neck stand... Read more
Lovecraft proves that you don't need graphic details of blood and gore to make the skin tingle and the hairs on your neck stand... Read more
Published 3 months ago by BOLTBY
Beautiful Book
This is a fantastic book but I share the same frustrations as the other reviewers. There are a few school boy errors with the spelling in places, but the most annoying thing really... Read more
Published 4 months ago by Dawn
Amazing read!
It may just be me, but I find this book to be visually stunning and emotive. I am new to H P Lovecraft's work and I can honestly say that I love it. Read more
Published 5 months ago by phoenix rising
Good copy
I had hoped the cover would be leather but it's actually a sort of vinyl. Otherwise, it's a good copy and I got it on offer for half price so only paid about [] pounds I think? Read more
Published 8 months ago by K. Spivey
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