The Mask by Robert W. Chambers

The story revolves around a mysterious and ancient relic known as the Mask, which has the power to transform its wearer into a being with supernatural abilities. The narrative follows several characters who come into possession of the Mask, each experiencing a transformation that brings about chaos and destruction. As the characters struggle with their newfound powers, they begin to lose their grip on reality, leading to tragic consequences.

By Robert W. Chambers · First published 1895 · Genre: Horror, Fantasy, Romance · 4 chapters · 7,769 words

First lines

Camilla: You, sir, should unmask. Stranger: Indeed? Cassilda: Indeed it's time. We all have laid aside disguise but you. Stranger: I wear no mask. Camilla: (Terrified, aside to Cassilda.) No mask? No mask!

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The Mask is listed on Textopian as a novel by Robert W. Chambers, dated 1895 CE.

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• Work type: Novel
• Author: Robert W. Chambers
• Date: 1895 CE
• Language: English
• Genres: Horror, Fantasy, Romance, Mystery
• Length: 7,769 words
• Structure: 4 chapters, 115 paragraphs
• Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)

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Discussion starters

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• Where does Horror first become important in the reading?

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Genres

• Horror — The narrative revolves around supernatural elements and evokes feelings of fear and dread.
• Fantasy — The story involves magical elements and unreal scenarios.
• Romance — The plot includes a love story between the main characters.
• Mystery — The narrative contains elements of suspense and unresolved questions.

Tags

Horror · Supernatural · Mystery · Thriller · Short stories · Collection · Gothic fiction · Dark fantasy · Weird fiction · Occult · Macabre · Chilling

Contents

• CHAPTER I
• CHAPTER II
• CHAPTER III
• CHAPTER IV

More by Robert W. Chambers

• The Repairer of Reputations (1895)
• In the Court of the Dragon (1895)
• The Yellow Sign (1895)
• The Demoiselle d'Ys (1895)
• The Prophet's Paradise (1895)
• The Street of the Four Winds (1895)
• The Street of the First Shell (1895)
• The Street of Our Lady of the Fields (1895)
• All works by Robert W. Chambers