Ibid by H.P. Lovecraft (1927)
The story revolves around a mysterious tome containing forbidden knowledge that drives those who read it to madness and death. The protagonist discovers the book in an antique shop and becomes obsessed with uncovering its secrets. As he delves deeper into the text, he experiences strange visions and eventually succumbs to the same fate as previous readers.
By H.P. Lovecraft · First published 1927 · Genre: Satire, Historical Fiction, Fantasy · 2,015 words
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(". as Ibid says in his famous Lives of the Poets. " -From a student theme.)
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: H.P. Lovecraft
- Date: 1927 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Satire, Historical Fiction, Fantasy, Literary Fiction, Comedy
- Length: 2,015 words
- Structure: 1 section, 19 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Difficult (10th-12th Grade)
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Genres
- Satire — The work employs humor and irony to critique cultural misconceptions and historical inaccuracies.
- Historical Fiction — It presents a fictionalized account of a historical figure, blending real historical context with imaginative storytelling.
- Fantasy — The narrative includes fantastical elements, such as the journey of a skull through time and its mythical significance.
- Literary Fiction — The writing style is characterized by elaborate prose and a focus on character and thematic depth.
Tags
Cosmic Horror · Supernatural Fiction · Gothic Fiction · Dark Fantasy · Weird Fiction · Horror Story · Mystery · Thriller · Psychological Thriller · Paranormal Activity · Occultism · Satanism