The Grisly Folk by H.G. Wells (1946)
The novel follows the story of a young man, John, who is sent to a remote village in the English countryside to investigate a series of mysterious deaths. He soon discovers that the village is home to a strange and ancient cult, the Grisly Folk, who are responsible for the deaths. As John delves deeper into the cult's secrets, he finds himself in a race against time to save the village from the Grisly Folk's sinister plans. The novel is a classic example of Wells' horror writing, combining elements of the supernatural and the macabre with a suspenseful plot. It is a gripping and atmospheric tale of terror, and a must-read for fans of horror fiction.
By H.G. Wells · First published 1946 · Genre: Science Fiction, Fantasy, Adventure · 5,356 words
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"Can these bones live?"
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: H.G. Wells
- Date: 1946 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Science Fiction, Fantasy, Adventure, Horror
- Length: 5,356 words
- Structure: 1 section, 162 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Science Fiction — The Grisly Folk is a science fiction novel by H.G. Wells, which follows a group of scientists as they explore a mysterious island and its inhabitants.
- Fantasy — The Grisly Folk contains elements of fantasy, such as the mysterious island and its inhabitants, as well as the strange creatures and events that occur on the island.
- Adventure — The Grisly Folk is an adventure novel, as the protagonists explore the mysterious island and its inhabitants, encountering strange creatures and events along the way.
- Horror — The Grisly Folk contains elements of horror, as the protagonists encounter strange creatures and events on the mysterious island.
Tags
science fiction · horror · dystopia · social commentary · human nature · survival · isolation · evolution · dark fantasy · moral dilemmas · adventure · suspense