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Part of a new sixvolume series of the best in classic horror, selected by Academy Awardwinning director of The Shape of Water Guillermo del ToroFilmmaker and longtime horror literature fan Guillermo del Toro serves as the curator for the Penguin Horror series, a new collection of classic tales and poems by masters of the genre. Included here are some of del Toros favorites, from Mary Shelleys Frankenstein and Ray Russells short story Sardonicus, considered by Stephen King to be perhaps the finest example of the modern Gothic ever written, to Shirley Jacksons The Haunting of Hill House and stories by Ray Bradbury, Joyce Carol Oates, Ted Klein, and Robert E. Howard. Featuring original cover art by Penguin Art Director Paul Buckley, these stunningly creepy deluxe hardcovers will be perfect additions to the shelves of horror, scifi, fantasy, and paranormal aficionados everywhere.The Thing on the Doorstep and Other Weird StoriesHoward Phillips Lovecraft's unique contribution to American literature was a melding of traditional supernaturalism (derived chiefly from Edgar Allan Poe) with the genre of science fiction that emerged in the early 1920s. The Thing on the Doorstep and Other Weird Stories brings together a dozen of the master's talesfrom his early short stories 'Under the Pyramids' (originally ghostwritten for Harry Houdini) and The Music of Erich Zann (which Lovecraft ranked second among his own favorites) through his more fully developed works, The Dunwich Horror, The Case of Charles Dexter Ward, and At the Mountains of Madness. The book presents the definitive corrected texts of these works, along with Lovecraft critic and biographer S. T. Joshi's illuminating introduction and notes to each story.
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- Q: What is the genre of 'The Thing on the Doorstep and Other Weird Stories'? A: 'The Thing on the Doorstep and Other Weird Stories' is a collection of classic horror stories, curated by Guillermo del Toro, featuring works by H. P. Lovecraft and other renowned authors in the genre.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The primary author of 'The Thing on the Doorstep and Other Weird Stories' is H. P. Lovecraft, known for his unique contribution to horror literature.
- Q: What is the page count of this book? A: 'The Thing on the Doorstep and Other Weird Stories' contains a total of 544 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is bound in a deluxe hardcover format, providing durability and an elegant appearance.
- Q: When was 'The Thing on the Doorstep and Other Weird Stories' published? A: The book was published on October 1, 2013.
- Q: Is this book a first edition? A: 'The Thing on the Doorstep and Other Weird Stories' is a first edition, as indicated in its product listing.
- Q: What are some notable stories included in this collection? A: The collection features notable stories such as 'The Dunwich Horror,' 'The Case of Charles Dexter Ward,' and 'At the Mountains of Madness,' among others.
- Q: Who curated the Penguin Horror series? A: The Penguin Horror series, including this book, is curated by Academy Award-winning director Guillermo del Toro.
- Q: Does the book include additional commentary or notes? A: Yes, the book includes an introduction and notes by Lovecraft critic and biographer S. T. Joshi, providing insights into the stories.
- Q: What makes this edition special compared to other editions? A: This deluxe hardcover edition features spot gloss, black sprayed edges, and black-stained pages, making it a visually stunning addition to any collection.