15 best books by Howard Phillips Lovecraft
The famous writer Howard Lovecraft is adored for the unique atmosphere of the works and an extraordinary look at the universe. He made a huge contribution to the progress of the horror genre. It was not easy for us to make a rating of the best works of the author, because each of them is charming in its own way. Helped in this many opinions of readers.
Top Books by Howard Lovecraft
| Nomination | a place | composition | rating |
| Top Books by Howard Lovecraft | 1 | Call of Cthulhu | 4.9 |
| 2 | Trouble over Innsmouth | 4.8 | |
| 3 | Madness Ridges | 4.8 | |
| 4 | Whispering in the dark | 4.7 | |
| 5 | Dagon | 4.7 | |
| 6 | Temple | 4.7 | |
| 7 | The story of Charles Dexter Ward | 4.6 | |
| 8 | Beyond Time | 4.6 | |
| 9 | Lurking horror | 4.5 | |
| 10 | Outcast | 4.5 | |
| 11 | Horror at the museum | 4.5 | |
| 12 | Horror danvicha | 4.5 | |
| 13 | Dreams in the Witch House | 4.5 | |
| 14 | Color from other worlds | 4.4 | |
| 15 | Cats of Ultara | 4.4 |
Call of Cthulhu
Book author: Howard Lovecraft
Rating: 4.9
Opens the rating of the work, which remains the most popular on the Internet compared to other books of Lovecraft. In the story, Francis Thurston is investigating the mysterious cult of Cthulhu, studying materials collected by his relative. He finds evidence of the existence of a terrible sect, the purpose of which is to worship the sea god from the bottom of the ocean.
The work captures its atmosphere. It can be called the standard of horror Lovecraft. Readers are delighted with the interesting moves, the mystical component, the mysteriousness and brightness of the description. This is the perfect choice for all fans of horror and writer fans.
Trouble over Innsmouth
Book author: Howard Lovecraft
Rating: 4.8
The next story has several names for other translations, for example, “The Shadow over Innsmouth”. It was published only five years after writing. This book is about the small port town of Innsmouth, whose inhabitants do not like strangers. Suddenly, a young man comes here and learns a terrible secret, after which his life completely changes. A special role in the story is assigned to the race of deep-water creatures from the sea.
Based on this work, they write scripts, compose songs and even develop video games. Readers say they have been impressed after reading the book. It does not have very scary moments, but it keeps in suspense until the very end. Collection advise all lovers of mystics.
Madness Ridges
Book author: Howard Lovecraft
Rating: 4.8
We could not but include in the rating the novel “Ridges of Madness”, which was presented to the world in 1936. This is one of the most worthy works of the author, which combines horror and fantasy with elements of science. As in other works of the author, the narrative point of view is conducted on behalf of the hero himself. He describes the abandoned town of Startsev, incredibly high ridges. Reading about the history of the ancient civilization, you unwittingly transfer to that place.
The collection of the same name includes 18 stories that inspire chilling horror and fear. Written book is interesting and intellectual. This work is a whole world that is full of suspense. Fans of horror and fiction will appreciate the work of the author. This book will be for them desktop.
Whispering in the dark
Book author: Howard Lovecraft
Rating: 4.7
The following discussion focuses on a story written by G. F. Lovecraft in 1930. The work is distinguished by the fact that a new alien race Mi-Go appears in it. According to the plot, the main character, an expert on folklore in America, begins to correspond with Henry Eli, who lives in the mountains of Vermont. The latter claims that creatures with wings live in this place, and is ready to provide evidence. As a result, the hero of the book decides to visit the hermit and opens in a lonely house what turned out to be much worse than strange creatures.
Readers are delighted with the atmospheric story. After it is impossible not to become a fan of the cosmic horrors of the author. That is why the publication takes the honorable fourth place in our rating.
Dagon
Book author: Howard Lovecraft
Rating: 4.7
Next in the ranking is a short story "Dagon", which is ideal as an introduction to the work of the writer. The product is named after the god of the underwater ocean. According to the plot during a storm the ship is wrecked. The slept young man meets Dogon. Will he not get off his mind from what he saw?
Reading the story can not be called entertainment for recreation. This is a dark and specific work that will appeal to all admirers of the writer's work. Readers are delighted with the ominous and oppressive atmosphere. Impressive personalities are very worried and even scared. Despite the fact that the story is on behalf of the deceased, this does not prevent to receive a portion of indescribable emotions.
Temple
Book author: Howard Lovecraft
Rating: 4.7
The book "The Temple" is a bit larger and more serious than the "Dagon". Here is a completely different level of fiction, despite the fact that about two years have passed between their creations. The story in the "Temple" is also on behalf of the deceased character. The writer provides an opportunity to get acquainted with the story that was told before the death of the submarine captain. Judging by information from the logbook, the Germans sank the American ship, and then accidentally fished out one of the dead, who found a statuette in the form of a young guy. What happened next is scary and shocking.
Readers received a portion of thrills after reading. They advise the book to all lovers of the work of Bulgakov and King.
The story of Charles Dexter Ward
Book author: Howard Lovecraft
Rating: 4.6
The novel is a favorite among many fans of the genius of the writer. This is one of the largest works of the popular poet, along with The Ridges of Madness. The book was published in 1941, although it was written in 1927. In this work there is everything - insidious magicians, gloomy wells with monsters, moving at another time, mysterious dungeons.
Readers note the elaborate and slightly complex language of the work, which perfectly conveys the atmosphere. Before us appear immediately 10 wonderful stories from the genre of horror and fiction. This book is advised to those who are not yet familiar with the work of Lovecraft.
Beyond Time
Book author: Howard Lovecraft
Rating: 4.6
Next in the ranking is a book from the late works of the writer. You can find her other names, for example, “The Shadow of Timelessness”. The novella was published in an American journal in 1936. In the story, the scientist Pisley had a failure in memory, and for a long time he did not realize who he was. However, the hero continued to lead an active life, traveled and studied books. Soon he is healed of amnesia and begins to remember something he, in principle, cannot know. He accurately understands that many millions of years ago the Great Race Yit lived on the planet. The scientist is trying to get to the truth, which will refute any person in shock.
Connoisseurs of cosmic horrors enthusiastically speak of the work of Lovecraft and advise her to read to all lovers of mysticism. To some readers, the finale seemed crumpled, but they were delighted with the constant sense of mystery and the atmosphere transmitted.
Lurking horror
Book author: Howard Lovecraft
Rating: 4.5
Those who are fond of horrors and loves movies, books of this genre, should read the following work. Fans of everything paranormal and unusual will appreciate the collection of stories "Lurking horror." Uncertainty causes fear, makes you touch the majestic and mysterious. This book is recommended for reading to those who are tired of the gray days and wants to plunge into the fascinating and wondrous world created by the great writer.
The reader will face the natural forces, closer to amazing. Judging by the reviews, the story “Lurking horror” wants to come back again and again.
Outcast
Book author: Howard Lovecraft
Rating: 4.5
Next in the ranking is a brilliant book "Outcast". It delays from the very beginning to the end. Read the work in one breath, it makes you think about a lot. Fans of work are delighted with the original language and speech. The story combines Gothic fiction, horror and mysticism. There is a theme of loneliness and life after death. It will be on behalf of the hero, who lives in the ruins of the castle and has not communicated with people for a long time. He gets all the knowledge about the world from books. One day he finds a passage to another world, where he is confronted with a terrible monster.
The work has received many accolades from critics and horror historians. Many readers consider this work one of the best among other writer stories. This is a choice for those who want to reveal the secret of the afterlife on a psychological level.
Horror at the museum
Book author: Howard Lovecraft
Rating: 4.5
The collection “Horror in the Museum” fascinates from the first pages so that it is already impossible to tear it away. In the story of the same name we will discuss the guard of the wax museum. He constantly heard footsteps and rustles. He sits alone in the gloom of wax people. His mind, as well as the reader's emotions, can no longer stand ...
Readers consider the story intriguing, fascinating and mysterious. The end causes a storm of emotions. While reading the body chills run. This is the best option for someone who likes to tickle nerves, love stories Lovecraft. Like the publication and fans of Stephen King. It is worth considering that unfamiliar words come across in the text and you have to read footnotes. This is not surprising, because for Lovecraft - this is the norm.
Horror danvicha
Book author: Howard Lovecraft
Rating: 4.5
One of the most memorable works is the famous book “The Terror of Danvich”, which was published in 1928. Dunwich is a settlement with a bad reputation. His resident Lavinia named Waitley gave birth to a son, about whose father little is known. The boy quickly grew up and reached for the occult sciences. Soon he opened the door to the Great Ancient Ones, and after that he tragically died. In Dunwich began to occur cases of attack of a terrible creature ...
The novella has an original and fascinating plot. There are good endings in it, long moments, a terrifying atmosphere is shocking. This is a book for those who want to plunge into darkness. All fans of the writer, it is obligatory to read. The publication does not take much time and immerses in an unforgettable adventure, where there is a place of horror and hopelessness.
Dreams in the Witch House
Book author: Howard Lovecraft
Rating: 4.5
In the story, a young student is settled in a room about which terrible stories are told. He begins to see dreams that become reality. The story may seem trite, but it is worth considering that it was written in the early 20th century. The text scares and captures the mind. This is a whole world from which it is impossible to break away.
The story became an idea for the plots of many cinematic films. On it, filmed the American tape of 2013. The work perfectly conveys the spirit of that time. This is a great choice for mystic lovers. Judging by the reviews, "dreams in the Witch House" I want to reread again and again. It is more interesting to read in the order specified in the collection.
Color from other worlds
Book author: Howard Lovecraft
Rating: 4.4
In a small town of America, a meteorite is discovered.Soon with the owner of the land, where he fell, incredible things begin to happen. The plot captures from the first pages. Something the work resembles the publication of King. Readers are delighted with the style and language of writing.
The writer skillfully conveyed all the horror that penetrated into the sphere of everyday life. Some consider the scientific and logical background of the plot to be very weak. This is a great option for fans of the genre. The story, indeed, can cause strong feelings and remain in the memory for a long time. Therefore, he will pleasantly surprise those who are already familiar with the work of Lovecraft.
Cats of Ultara
Book author: Howard Lovecraft
Rating: 4.4
In 1920, the world saw a new story from the Dreams cycle, which completes our rating. Events in it unfold in Ultar. An old couple lived in the city who hated cats and killed them. Once a caravan arrived at this place, where there was a boy with a black kitten. Soon his furry pet disappeared, and his master asked God to take revenge on the guilty.
This is a rather short edition that teaches us to respect the smaller brothers. It can be called a fairy tale for adults and read at night. There is nothing to be afraid of. While reading, the fantasy itself draws all the details, imbued with sympathy for the proud and fluffy creatures. This is an instructive but brutal lesson about not offending the weak.
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