H. P. Lovecraft
H. P. Lovecraft, born on August 20, 1890, in Providence, Rhode Island, was a unique voice in American literature, renowned for his contributions to the horror genre. His writing, characterized by cosmic horror and otherworldly beings, invites readers into a world where the ordinary meets the unfathomable. Lovecraft's upbringing in a family of intellectuals and his early exposure to literature sparked a lifelong passion for writing, leading him to create an intricate mythos that has captured the imaginations of many. Despite facing limited recognition during his lifetime, his work has since gained significant acclaim and has influenced countless authors and filmmakers.
Lovecraft's tales often explore themes of existential dread and the insignificance of humanity in the grand cosmos, a reflection of his own views on life and society. Notable works like "The Call of Cthulhu" and "At the Mountains of Madness" showcase his ability to blend the eerie with the sublime, crafting stories that linger long after the last page is turned. If you're curious to delve into the fascinating mind of Lovecraft, we invite you to explore his works available in this app. You'll find a rich tapestry of imagination waiting to unfold.
La Chose sur le seuil
Read by Vincent de l’Épine
H. P. Lovecraft
« Dan, Dan, ne te souviens-tu pas de lui – des yeux sauvages et une barbe emmêlée qui n’est jamais devenue blanche ? Il m…
L'Indicible
H. P. Lovecraft
Au Fil des Lectures. Nouvelle fantastique de H. P. Lovecraft lue par Martine Leroy-Rambaud (34min). Un esprit cartésien peut-il r&eac…
La Cité sans nom
Read by Vincent de l’Épine
H. P. Lovecraft
« Au plus profond du désert d’Arabie se trouve la cité sans nom, croulante et sans forme, ses murs bas presque ensevelis…
The Dunwich Horror (Version 2)
Read by Phil Chenevert
H. P. Lovecraft
Horror stalks the earth. There are many dimensions that coexist with our universe and, unfortunately, overlap it in very special places. T…
Mémoire
H. P. Lovecraft
Au Fil des Lectures. Nouvelle fantastique de Lovecraft lue par Martine Leroy-Rambaud (7min). Incontesté dans le domaine de la science…
El Ceremonial
Read by areolardy
H. P. Lovecraft
Narra como un joven es enviado por su familia a ser parte de un extraño y antiguo rito celebrado por su familia hace generaciones.
The Call of Cthulhu
H. P. Lovecraft
“[The Call of Cthulhu] is a masterpiece, which I am sure will live as one of the highest achievements of literature. Mr. Lovecraft holds a u…
Supernatural Horror in Literature
H. P. Lovecraft
“Supernatural Horror in Literature” is a long essay surveying the field of horror fiction. It was written between November 1925 and May 1927…
Los gatos de Ulthar
Read by Alba
H. P. Lovecraft
Se dice que en Ulthar, que se encuentra más allá del río Skai, ningún hombre puede matar a un gato; y ciertament…
Le Molosse
Read by Vincent de l’Épine
H. P. Lovecraft
« Mais maintenant nous étions troublés par ce qui ressemblait à des grattements dans la nuit, non seulement sur l…
The Dream-Quest of Unknown Kadath
H. P. Lovecraft
Fantasy, horror, and dream meet in this classic 1926 novella by H.P. Lovecraft. Randolph Carter defies the Dream Gods, as he sets out to fin…
Les Champignons de Yugoth
Read by Aymeric
H. P. Lovecraft
« J’avais le livre qui contenait le secret passage, Par-delà le tourbillon et au travers les frontières des espaces susp…
L’Intrus (The Outsider)
Read by Vincent de l’Épine
H. P. Lovecraft
« Je ne sais où je suis né. Je sais seulement que le château était infiniment ancien et infiniment horribl…
Le Témoignage de Randolph Carter
Read by Vincent de l’Épine
H. P. Lovecraft
« Je vous le répète gentlemen, vos investigations ne vous mèneront nulle part. [...].Tout ce dont je puis me souv…
The Call of Cthulhu
Read by Phil Chenevert
H. P. Lovecraft
The worshipers of this ancient tentacled horror are still with us, waiting for this terrible being to awake and take vengeance again on an e…
La ciudad sin nombre
Read by Alba
H. P. Lovecraft
Al acercarme a la ciudad sin nombre me di cuenta de que estaba maldita. Avanzaba por un valle terrible reseco bajo la luna, y la vi a lo lej…
At the Mountains of Madness
Read by Ben Tucker
H. P. Lovecraft
In the most cold and remote region of the planet lies mountains towering higher than the Himalayas and containing abominable secrets the min…
The Colour Out of Space
Read by Phil Chenevert
H. P. Lovecraft
“The oldest and strongest emotion of mankind is fear, and the oldest and strongest kind of fear is fear of the unknown.” This creepy horror…
Le Mystère du cimetière
H. P. Lovecraft
Au Fil des Lectures. Nouvelle fantastique de H. P. Lovecraft lue par Martine Leroy-Rambaud (13min). « Il était midi dans le pet…