Creep, Shadow! by Abraham Merritt

Name: Creep, Shadow!
Author: Abraham Merritt

The novel follows the adventures of a group of scientists and adventurers who are searching for a lost city in the jungles of Central America. They discover a strange and powerful creature known as the Shadow, a creature that can control the minds of men and animals. The Shadow is the guardian of the lost city, and the adventurers must battle it in order to gain access to the city and its secrets. The novel is a classic example of Merritt's blend of science fiction and fantasy, and is considered one of his best works. It is a thrilling adventure story, full of action, mystery, and suspense.

By Abraham Merritt · First published 1943 · Genre: Fantasy, Horror, Adventure · 20 chapters · 77,529 words

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I unpacked my bags at the Explorers' Club gloomily enough. The singularly unpleasant depression with which I had awakened in my berth the night before had refused to be shaken off. It was like the echo of some nightmare whose details I had forgotten but which still lurked just over the threshold of consciousness.

Joined to it was another irritation.

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Work type: Novel
Author: Abraham Merritt
Date: 1943 CE
Language: English
Genres: Fantasy, Horror, Adventure, Science Fiction
Length: 77,529 words
Structure: 20 chapters, 2,677 paragraphs
Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)

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Fantasy — The book follows a protagonist who is on a quest to save the world from a supernatural force, making it a classic fantasy novel.
Horror — The title of the book, 'Creep, Shadow!', implies a sense of dread and fear, making it a horror novel.
Adventure — The protagonist embarks on a journey to save the world, making it an adventure novel.
Science Fiction — The book contains elements of science fiction, such as futuristic technology and otherworldly creatures.