MAMMOTH BOOK OF CTHULHU: New Lovecraftian Fiction

At the time of his death in 1937, H. P. Lovecraft was virtually unknown, but from early cult status, his readership expanded. His nightmarish visions laid down roots in the collective imagination of his readers. Now this master of the macabre is accepted as part of the literary mainstream, as an American author of note and the impact in literature, film, TV, music, graphic arts, gaming and theatre. His themes of cosmic indifference, the utter insignificance of humankind, minds invaded by the alien, and the horrors of history remain not only viable motifs for modern speculative fiction, but are more relevant than ever as we explore the mysteries of the universe. This outstanding anthology of original stories from both established, award-winning authors and exciting new voices collects tales of cosmic horror inspired by Lovecraft. It is an impressive line up with stories about alienation, inhumanity, desperation, cruelty, insanity, hopelessness and despair in stories by Laird Barron, Brian Hodge, Caitlin R. Kiernan, John Langan, John Shirley and many more. 25 stories, 476pp, paperback.