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The King in Yellow

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The collection features ten short stories that delve into themes of horror and the supernatural, with the first four interconnected through the eerie concept of a forbidden play, The King in Yellow, which drives its readers to madness. Esteemed critics have hailed the work as a classic in horror literature, highlighting its profound impact on the genre. The stories explore the psychological and existential dread that arises from confronting the unknown, making it a significant contribution to American gothic fiction.

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The King in Yellow, Robert W. Chambers

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2021
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Language
English
Released
2021
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Paperback
Pages
280
ISBN13
9789392040221
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First published
1895
Original title
The King in Yellow
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The collection features ten short stories that delve into themes of horror and the supernatural, with the first four interconnected through the eerie concept of a forbidden play, The King in Yellow, which drives its readers to madness. Esteemed critics have hailed the work as a classic in horror literature, highlighting its profound impact on the genre. The stories explore the psychological and existential dread that arises from confronting the unknown, making it a significant contribution to American gothic fiction.