The story revolves around a group of individuals who are being pursued by supernatural entities known as the Hounds of Tindalos. These creatures exist outside of time and space, and can only be seen when they intersect with human reality. As the protagonists try to evade their pursuers, they begin to experience strange visions and distortions in their perception of time and space. The Hounds are drawn to the characters' minds, where they feed on their memories and emotions. The story builds towards a climactic confrontation between the humans and the Hounds, with the outcome hanging precariously in the balance. Along the way, the narrative explores themes of existential horror, the nature of reality, and the fragility of human sanity.
By Frank Belknap Long · First published 1929 · Genre: Horror, Science Fiction, Fantasy · 5 chapters