The Hounds of Tindalos
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 · 6,317 words
First lines
"I'm glad you came," said Chalmers. He was sitting by the window and his face was very pale. Two tall candles guttered at his elbow and cast a sickly amber light over his long nose and slightly receding chin. Chalmers would have nothing modern about his apartment. He had the soul of a medieval ascetic, and he preferred illuminated manuscripts to automobiles and leering stone gargoyles to radios and adding-machines.
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Frank Belknap Long
- Date: 1929 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Horror, Science Fiction, Fantasy, Occult Fiction, Psychological Thriller
- Length: 6,317 words
- Structure: 5 chapters, 114 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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Genres
- Horror — The narrative explores themes of existential dread, cosmic horror, and the unknown, creating a chilling atmosphere.
- Science Fiction — The story incorporates elements of time travel, alternate dimensions, and speculative science, particularly through the use of a drug that alters perception of time.
- Fantasy — The presence of mystical elements, such as ancient alchemy and the concept of Tao, contributes to a fantastical narrative.
- Occult Fiction — The plot revolves around occult practices, esoteric knowledge, and the exploration of supernatural entities.
Tags
Cosmic Horror · Supernatural Fiction · Science Fantasy · Weird Fiction · H.P. Lovecraft Influence · Non-Linear Narrative · Time Travel · Alternate Realities · Dreams and Nightmares · Psychological Horror · Existential Themes · Philosophical Fiction