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Occultism -- Fiction Books
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Robert E. (Robert Ervin) Howard
The hills of the dead
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Roland Filkin
Agar Halfi the mystic
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John Uri Lloyd
Etidorhpa; or, The End of Earth. The Strange History of a Mysterious Being and the Account of a Remarkable Journey
"Etidorhpa; or, The End of Earth." by John Uri Lloyd is a scientific allegory published in 1895. A mysterious being called I-Am-The-Man dictates his remarkable journey to a man named Llewyllyn Drury. After being kidnapped by a secret society, the narrator is taken into a Kentucky cave and guided deep into the earth's core. The story blends adventure with speculative ideas about alchemy, Masonic orders, and transcending physical reality in this hollow earth tale.
H. P. (Howard Phillips) Lovecraft
The horror at Red Hook
"The Horror at Red Hook" by H. P. Lovecraft is a short story written in August 1925. Detective Thomas Malone investigates the mysterious transformation of reclusive scholar Robert Suydam, who has suddenly become younger and more vibrant while haunting Brooklyn's crime-ridden waterfront slums. As kidnappings increase and Suydam's behavior grows stranger, Malone uncovers a sinister occult conspiracy lurking beneath Red Hook's tenements. His investigation leads him into a nightmare of devil-worship and dark rituals that will leave him forever changed.
Frank Belknap Long
The hounds of Tindalos
"The Hounds of Tindalos" by Frank Belknap Long is a short story published in the late 1920s and is part of the genre of weird fiction. This eerie narrative explores the boundaries of time and reality through the experiences of a protagonist who witnesses the horrific consequences of a friend's reckless experiment with a mind-altering drug. The story delves into themes of time travel, the nature of consciousness, and the existence of otherworldly beings that lurk beyond human perception. The tale begins with a character named Chalmers, who believes he can transcend time and access knowledge of the past and future through the use of an ancient drug. After his drug-fueled journey into time, he encounters terrifying entities known as the Hounds of Tindalos, who are said to exist outside the conventional dimensions understood by humankind. As he becomes engrossed in this horrifying experience, Chalmers loses touch with reality and physically deteriorates, ultimately succumbing to madness. His friend, who attempts to help him, grapples with the dreadful visions Chalmers describes—beings that threaten to invade the world through angles, symbolizing a primordial evil. In a climax filled with dread, Chalmers' fate unfolds in a haunting conclusion, leaving readers to ponder the thin veil between knowledge and horror, and what lurks beyond the limits of human understanding.
Robert W. (Robert William) Chambers
The talkers
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Will Levington Comfort
She Buildeth Her House
"She Buildeth Her House" by Will Levington Comfort is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around the central character, Paula Linster, and her interactions with various men, including Quentin Charter and Dr. Bellingham, as she navigates her personal and professional life in New York. Through her experiences, the book explores themes of femininity, the search for identity, and the complex dynamics of power and attraction in relationships. The opening of the novel introduces Paula at the age of twenty-seven, where she is faced with the metaphorical arrival of "two giants"—Bellingham and Charter—who represent conflicting forces in her life. The narrative details her mundane yet reflective morning as she prepares for a day that intertwines her professional ambitions with her personal dilemmas. Her encounter with Reifferscheid, an editor who admires her work, sets the stage for her literary aspirations, while her thoughts about Bellingham reveal her underlying fears and aversions. As she contemplates attending one of his lectures, we witness her internal struggle between curiosity and repulsion, highlighting her complex relationship with these influential male figures and the societal pressures they represent.
Hedley Peek
The Chariot of the Flesh
"The Chariot of the Flesh" by Hedley Peek is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story centers around the enigmatic character Alan Sydney, whose complex personality intrigues the narrator, as well as themes involving the exploration of the spiritual and sixth senses. The narrative contemplates the interplay of relationships, consciousness, and the nature of existence itself. At the start of the novel, the narrator reflects on his friendship with Alan Sydney, who has recently invited him for a mysterious conversation. Set in a quaint village in Surrey, the story begins with a casual visit, which quickly reveals Alan's eccentricity and subtle brilliance through his philosophical musings. Their dialogue touches on academia, love, and a sense of lurking mystery fostered by Alan's experiences and thoughts on the human condition. As Alan hints at deeper knowledge and unordinary powers acquired through his studies, including the ability to read thoughts, the stage is set for an exploration of spirituality and the human psyche, hinting at adventures that intertwine their lives as the plot unfolds.
Fergus Hume
A Son of Perdition: An Occult Romance
"A Son of Perdition: An Occult Romance" by Fergus Hume is a novel likely written in the late 19th century. The narrative revolves around the themes of occultism, desire, and the complexities of human relationships, particularly focusing on the characters Alice Enistor and Julian Hardwick. The story explores Alice's emotional struggles and the influence of darker forces in her life. At the start of the novel, we meet Julian, a struggling artist, and Alice, a delicate and introspective young woman living in a gloomy mansion with her emotionally distant father. The two share a complex interaction filled with Julian's unrequited love for Alice and her reluctance to reciprocate that affection, despite the undeniable chemistry between them. Their dialogue touches upon notions of artistic genius, love, and even the supernatural, hinting at deeper themes of fate and reincarnation. Additionally, there are ominous hints at Alice's father and his connections with darker magical practices, setting the stage for conflict that intertwines their destinies in unforeseen ways.
Guy Boothby
'Farewell, Nikola'
"Farewell, Nikola" by Guy Boothby is a novel published in 1901. This fifth and final installment reunites readers with the enigmatic Dr. Nikola, now residing in a sinister Venetian palace conducting mysterious scientific experiments. When he crosses paths with Sir Richard Hatteras and old acquaintances, secrets of Nikola's dark past emerge, including his birth story and a consuming obsession with revenge against the son of his mother's betrayer.
Guy Boothby
Doktor Nikola
"Doktor Nikola" by Guy Boothby is a novel published in 1896. The enigmatic Dr. Nikola enlists young Australian Wilfred Bruce for a perilous expedition to a remote Buddhist monastery in the heart of China. Their quest: to obtain mysterious treasures that promise extraordinary power—possibly connected to hypnotism or ancient magic. For £20,000, Bruce agrees to face hair-raising adventures alongside the inscrutable doctor, whose true motives remain deliberately unclear. What secrets lie hidden in that distant monastery, and what will Nikola do once he possesses them?
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